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Verified against official source

This range was checked against the official legal text. Last verified: 2026-10-19.

Statutory range

On indictment

Imprisonment
0 (no mandatory prison) – 14 years
Fine
No fine stated in s. 21(3)

0 = the law sets no minimum prison term. The court is not required to impose prison. Depending on the offence, jurisdiction, and case, it may instead impose a non-custodial sentence — e.g. a suspended sentence, community order / probation, a fine, or a discharge.

Unwarranted demand with menaces, with a view to gain or intent to cause loss.

Note on this entry

Statute states imprisonment only; no fine is stated in s. 21(3).

Source

Statute
Theft Act 1968, s. 21
Official source
legislation.gov.uk
Verification status
Last verified
2026-10-19
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not “your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, guidelines, discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.