Punishment for embezzlement

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  • (a) Whoever is guilty of embezzlement shall—

    • (1) if the property or money embezzled was less than $100 in value, be fined not more than $200 or imprisoned not more than 1 year, or both; or

    • (2) if the property or money embezzled was $100 or more in value, be imprisoned not more than 10 years.

  • (b) Where the property embezzled is an evidence of debt or right of action the sum due upon it or secured to be paid shall be taken as its value.


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