Asheville, October 8, 2025
News Summary
Katrina Daborshia Price, a 53-year-old Asheville resident, has been sentenced to 6 to 9 years in prison for stealing over $220 worth of merchandise from Hamrick’s store on Christmas Eve. Price engaged in a confrontation with a loss prevention officer during the incident. Her habitual felon status, stemming from multiple prior convictions, led to a harsher sentence under North Carolina law, which imposes greater penalties on repeat offenders.
Asheville
An Asheville woman has been sentenced to prison for larceny after stealing merchandise on Christmas Eve. Katrina Daborshia Price, aged 53, was found guilty of stealing over $220 worth of items from Hamrick’s store located at 800 Fairview Road in east Asheville.
The incident occurred on December 24, 2024, when Price engaged in an altercation with a loss prevention officer attempting to apprehend her. Asheville Police officers responded to the scene and successfully detained her following the confrontation.
On October 6, Price was sentenced to serve between 77 and 105 months, translating to approximately six to nine years behind bars. Her conviction came as a result of being classified as a habitual felon, indicating that she has a significant criminal history comprising multiple felony convictions.
This classification greatly impacts the penalties for offenders in North Carolina. Under the state law, a habitual felon designation is applied to individuals who have at least three prior felony convictions and commit a fourth felony offense. This designation elevates the severity of punishment for new felony charges when compared to standard sentencing guidelines.
Price’s prior record includes being sentenced as a habitual felon in 2013. Her ongoing criminal activities have led to this latest sentencing, demonstrating the legal consequences of repeated offenses in the state.
The habitual felon law in North Carolina serves as a deterrent for repeat offenders by imposing harsher penalties. Price’s case emphasizes how the justice system addresses continual criminal behavior and aims to reduce the likelihood of re-offending by those who have a history of felony convictions.
Background on Habitual Felon Status in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the habitual felon designation applies to offenders who have been convicted of multiple felonies. The system aims to promote law enforcement response to repeat criminal behavior. Under this framework, individuals like Price face more severe consequences to discourage further infractions, reinforcing the state’s commitment to public safety and justice.
Conclusion
As the legal proceedings unfold, the case of Katrina Daborshia Price underscores the implications of habitual felony status and the serious penalties that come with repeated offenses in North Carolina. The court’s sentencing serves as a reminder of the state’s stance on reducing crime through increased penalties for habitual offenders.
FAQ
Who is Katrina Daborshia Price?
Katrina Daborshia Price is a 53-year-old Asheville woman sentenced for larceny.
When did the larceny incident occur?
The larceny incident occurred on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024.
What did Katrina Price steal?
Price stole over $220 worth of merchandise from Hamrick’s store located at 800 Fairview Road in east Asheville.
What was the outcome of the incident?
Price was sentenced on Monday, October 6, to between 77 and 105 months (approximately six to nine years) after her conviction.
What does it mean to be convicted as a habitual felon?
A habitual felon designation applies to offenders with at least three prior felony convictions who commit a fourth felony offense.
How does being a habitual felon affect sentencing in North Carolina?
The habitual felon designation increases the penalty for new felony offenses to a more severe felony class.
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Additional Resources
- WLOS: Asheville Woman Sentenced
- WSPA: Woman Sentenced in Christmas Eve Theft
- Fox Carolina: Woman Charged with Stealing Cards
- Wikipedia: Habitual Offender
- Google Search: Asheville Crime News
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