For the side quest "Building Bridges" in Gorhart you are tasked with fetching a Greater Healing Potion and returning it to Aery the Fae. I stole the potion from the alchemy shop. I was caught stealing and the potion is now designated as stolen. When I speak to Aery the Fae, there is no option to complete the quest.
So, can stolen items be used to complete fetch-type quests (or any quests for that matter)?
Best Answer
It seems to me that once you pick up an item it becomes yours. The only issue is if someone spots you picking up an owned item; that's when the trouble starts.
So yes, you can steal the potion and use it for the quest.