Theft Crimes

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A theft crime is an illegal act that takes place when a person steals an item of property from another person without consent.  Theft crimes can be considered simple misdemeanors or major felonies.  The classification of the crime will typically depend upon the type of theft that was committed and the offender’s criminal background.  The biggest factor, however, will be the value of the property that was stolen.  For example, if a person stole a watch that had a value of $25, he/she would most likely be charged with a misdemeanor, whereas the person might be charged with a felony if the watch had a value of $500 or more.

Misdemeanor & Felony Theft Crimes

On a state and federal level, there are numerous different types of theft crimes that can be committed.  However, the most commonly committed theft crimes include, but are not limited to:  robbery, burglary, shoplifting, petty theft, grand theft, grand theft auto, larceny, identity theft, credit card theft and fraud.  People who are convicted of theft crimes face a range of legal ramifications that vary from jail time to restitution.

Theft Crime Lawyers

If you have been charged with a theft crime, you need to work with a criminal defense lawyer who has an upstanding reputation and a winning track record.  People often assume that theft crimes are not that serious, but the opposite actually holds true.  The legal repercussions for most theft crimes are very serious and any person that is convicted of a theft crime may have to spend time in jail.  For this reason, it is never a good idea to assume that the judicial system will be lenient.  Instead, be smart and obtain representation from a skilled Dallas theft crime attorney, such as the attorneys at The Cochran Firm.

To obtain the services of an aggressive Dallas theft crime lawyer, contact The Cochran Firm today!

The Cochran Firm remains committed to helping those who have been charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses in Dallas, Texas and surrounding localities.