Table of Contents Introduction, Understanding Petty Theft, Legal Definitions, Penalties for Petty Theft, Impact on Criminal Record, Mitigating Factors, The Legal Process for Petty Theft, Long-term Implications, Taking Action: Why Timely Intervention Matters, Conclusion, Introduction Petty theft, often dismissed as a minor crime, can carry significant legal repercussions. You may wonder, “What happens if I…