Maxim 4.3.7
A theft is the fraudulent handling of another’s property with an intention of stealing, the proprietor, whose property it was, not willing it.
Furtum est contrectatio rei alienae fraudulenta, cum animo furandi, invito illo domino cujus res illa fuerat.
Source: 3 Inst. 107; Jackson
Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational
Explanation
Theft requires three elements: fraudulent handling, intent to steal, and the absence of the owner’s consent — without all three, no theft is committed.
Where this applies
- Someone is accused of theft and the three elements must be proven.
- A shoplifting case requires proof of intent, taking, and lack of consent.
Legal domains
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 4.3.7 — A theft is the fraudulent handling of another’s property with an intention of stealing, the proprietor, whose property it was, not willing it. — 3 Inst. 107; Jackson (Furtum est contrectatio rei alienae fraudulenta, cum animo furandi, invito illo domino cujus res illa fuerat.)
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