Ten Commandments Timeline

Death penalty was used in all 13 US colonies at outbreak of American Revolution for many crimes including theft/stealing.

Death penalty was no longer used as a punishment for stealing, and was only used for murder and treason.

Penalties for theft currently include community service, prison/jail time, fines, and probation.

Ten Commandments given to Moses

Theft Act is established

Nine states abolish the death penalty for all crimes or strictly limit it

William the Conqueror will not allow persons to be hanged except in cases of murder.

First established death penalty laws.