Verified by Licensed Bail Bond Professionals•Last updated: March 2026
Definition: Theft of property valued at less than $750. Petit theft is a misdemeanor in Florida — second degree for property under $100, first degree for $100–$749.
Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 812.014 · Source: Florida Legislature
Petit Theft Classifications
- Under $100 — 2nd degree misdemeanor: up to 60 days jail, $500 fine
- $100-$749 — 1st degree misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail, $1,000 fine
Enhanced Penalties for Repeat Offenders
- 2nd petit theft conviction — 1st degree misdemeanor regardless of value
- 3rd or subsequent conviction — Elevated to 3rd degree felony
Retail Theft (Shoplifting)
Florida Statute 812.015 specifically addresses retail theft. First-time shoplifters under $750 face misdemeanor charges, but repeat offenders face felony charges.
Bail
Bail: $250–$2,500 for misdemeanor petit theft. Felony-enhanced repeat offenders: $2,500–$10,000.