X' cuts down a tree on Y's land with the intention of dishonestly taking the tree out of Y's possession without his consent. What is 'X' guilty of?
A. No offence until the tree is taken away
B. The offence of criminal misappropriation of property
C. The offence of criminal breach of trust
D. The offence of theft as soon as the tree is severed from the ground
Answer: Option D

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