Diebstählen
Diebstählen is a term sometimes used in German-language discourse to refer to theft. The standard German noun for the act is Diebstahl (plural Diebstähle); the verb is stehlen. In English-language contexts, Diebstählen is generally rendered as theft.
Definition: Theft is the unlawful taking of movable property belonging to another person with the intent to
Elements: An offender must take possession of a piece of someone else’s property without consent, and do
Forms: Common forms include petty theft, shoplifting, bicycle theft, or theft from a person or vehicle; Einbruchdiebstahl
Legal framework and penalties: The exact definitions and sanctions vary by country or state. In general, penalties
Evidence and prevention: Prosecution relies on demonstrating both the act and the intent. Evidence may include
See also: Diebstahl; Unterschlagung; Betrug; Raub; Einbruchdiebstahl.