Need To Know News 19-09-30 Original post Cached copy California Law Allows ‘Grab and Dash’ Theft Rings to Steal $950 in Merchandise Before Facing Felony Charges Need To Know News - 2019-09-30 - Original post - Cached copy California's Proposition 47 sets $950 as the amount a person can steal without facing felony charges. Even when thieves are caught, their fines usually are less than the amount they steal.