The term temporary theft isn't used to imply that the crime is not serious but,rather to distinguish joyriding from something more ominous.

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The statement accurately explains the usage of the term "temporary theft". It does not suggest that the crime is not serious, but it differentiates it from thefts that involve intention of keeping the stolen property for a longer period.

The Term Temporary Theft Isn't Used to Imply That the Crime