If Kevin stole a cell phone worth $750, how would the charges change?

When someone is charged with theft, the classification of the charge can depend on the value of the stolen property. In Mississippi, the threshold for distinguishing between petty theft (also known as shoplifting or misdemeanor theft) and grand larceny (a felony) is based on the value of the item stolen.

In this case, the cell phone is worth $750. According to Mississippi law, theft of property valued at $500 or more constitutes grand larceny, which is categorized as a felony. This charge carries more severe penalties compared to petty theft, which applies to items valued at less than $500.

Therefore, since the cell phone is valued at $750, Kevin would indeed face a felony charge for grand larceny, making this the correct answer. The gravity of the charge reflects the state's intent to deter theft of higher-value items through harsher penalties.