grand larceny

noun

: larceny of property of a value greater than that fixed by law

also : larceny accompanied by aggravating circumstances (such as the use of threats)

Examples of grand larceny in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Phillips was charged in a three-count indictment, charging him with second degree grand larceny and two counts of offering a false instrument for filing in the first degree. — James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026

Bacchus — whose salary topped $250,000 last year — was arrested Wednesday and charged with grand larceny and official misconduct. — Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 25 June 2026

Thomas Dono was arrested and charged with grand larceny in the first degree on May 19, according to a spokesperson for the New York City Police Department. — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 22 June 2026

Marshall and her company, Salon 1884 LLC, have both been charged with grand larceny, scheme to defraud, effect of failure to secure compensation, and failure to pay wages in accordance with the labor law. — Katie Houlis, CBS News, 18 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

Legal Definition

grand larceny

see also:

larceny