But the line of reasoning that focuses on the old, common law definition of larceny neglects to take account of the fact that the modern definition of property for purposes of theft statutes has been broadened to include both tangible and intangible property.5 For example, the paradigmatic Model Penal Code, published first in 1962 by the sages at the American Law Institute, defines property for purposes of theft very broadly: “‘property’ means anything of value, including real… [read post]

Law and Contemporary Problems, ForthcomingBarbara Black University of Cincinnati - College of Law Date Posted: August 1, 2011Accepted Paper Series36 downloadsAbstract: Ever since the U.S. [read post]