A Cedar Rapids woman has charged with stealing from a store and interfering with law enforcement.

According to a Johnson County Sheriff’s Office complaint, Jennifer Steadman, 42, was charged on Feb. 13 with third-degree theft and interference with official acts.

Steadman allegedly was observed by store loss-prevention staff stealing two jackets and leaving the store.

She then allegedly fled, leading officers on a chase, and was eventually stopped.

Third-degree theft is an aggravated misdemeanor, punishable by up to two years in jail and a maximum fine of $6,250. Interference with official acts is a simple misdemeanor, punishable by up to 30 days in jail and a maximum fine of $625.

— by Conrad Swanson