China has clear regulations regarding the sentencing standards for theft crimes. According to Article 264 of the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China, if an individual steals public or private property with a relatively large amount, they may face a fixed-term imprisonment of no more than three years, criminal detention, or public surveillance, along with a fine or a single penalty. If the stolen amount is huge or there are other serious circumstances, the sentence can be extended to three to ten years of fixed-term imprisonment, along with a fine. When the stolen amount is extraordinarily large or involves particularly severe circumstances, the perpetrator could be sentenced to over ten years of fixed-term imprisonment, life imprisonment, or even capital punishment, while also being fined or having their property confiscated.

It’s important to note that the definition of "relatively large amount" varies by region, but generally, it starts from 1,000 to 3,000 RMB. Legal authorities will comprehensively consider factors such as the amount stolen, the method used, and the consequences when determining the sentence. 🕵️‍♂️⚖️