Petty theft is a misdemeanor that carries a penalty, for a 1st time conviction, of up to 6 months in the county jail and fine of up to $1,000 plus penalty assessmentrs. Petty theft applies to items having a value of less than $950.
Grand Theft is a wobbler, that is, it can be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor. Grand Theft applies to items having a value greather than $950,