In Cargo Theft, which scenarios are included in the offense?

• A. Receiving stolen cargo
• B. A driver failing to deliver the entire cargo as contracted
• C. Breaking the seal on a container
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Cargo theft covers acts that deprive the owner of cargo in transit or in storage, including taking, handling, tampering with, or misdelivering the cargo. Receiving stolen cargo fits this because possessing and dealing with goods you know are stolen is itself part of the theft cycle. Breaking the seal on a container is a clear act of tampering that enables or signals preparation for theft, which the statute aims to deter. Failing to deliver the entire cargo as contracted is another form of misappropriation of the goods—taking possession with the intent to deprive the owner of full value or delivery—so it falls under the same offense provisions. Since each of these actions involves either theft, tampering, or improper handling of cargo in transit or storage, all of the above scenarios are included.