Felony Theft Attorneys Serving Clients Across Texas
There are a variety of significant crimes related to theft, including robbery and burglary. These crimes are heavily based on the value of the item that was stolen. If you have been charged with a crime related to theft in Texas, you need a criminal defense attorney you can count on. Our legal team is ready to fight for you and explore all possible defenses to protect your future. our firm has significant experience in all felony theft charges, including:
- Felony Larceny
- Grand Theft
- Robbery
- Armed Robbery
- Burglary
- Felony Shoplifting
- Identity Theft
- Fraud
To discuss your situation with an experienced team of attorneys, contact our office today.
Theft/Larceny
The penalties related to theft in Texas are quite serious. Depending on the value of the property stolen, you could face everything up to a first-degree felony. Some significant theft charges we handle include:
- Property valued between $1500 and $20,000 results in a state jail felony
- Property valued between $20,000 and $100,000 results in a third-degree felony
- Property valued between $100,000 and $200,000 results in a second-degree felony
- Property valued at $200,000 or more results in a first-degree felony
Robbery
In Texas, robbery is the crime of theft with the intentional, knowing, or reckless cause of bodily harm to another. Additionally, it can be the threat of bodily harm to the victim or the fear of bodily harm by the victim. Robbery is a second-degree felony.
Aggravated Robbery (Armed Robbery)
Robbery can be elevated to the charge of an aggravated robbery if the prosecutor can prove that the defendant used or exhibited a deadly weapon, the victim was disabled (physically, mentally, or developmentally) or the victim was over 65 years old. If a person is convicted of armed robbery, he or she faces a first-degree felony.
Burglary
Burglary is the crime of entering private property without the consent of the owner with the intention of committing a felony, theft, or assault. This also applies to a vehicle and coin-operating machine. This does not mean the defendant was successful in his or her crime; just the intent to commit a crime can make it a burglary. A burglary charge is a felony, from a state jail felony to a first-degree felony, depending on the circumstances, all of which can send a convicted defendant to jail or prison for a significant amount of time.
Can Shoplifting be a Felony?
Unknown to many, shoplifting can be a significant charge if the property stolen meets a certain value. The breakdown of some of the more significant shoplifting charges include the following:
- Property valued between $2500 and $30,000 is a state jail felony
- Property valued between $30,000 and $150,000 is a third-degree felony
- Property valued between $150,000 and $300,000 is a second-degree felony
- Property valued at $300,000 or higher is a first-degree felony
Penalties
If you are convicted of a theft crime, you are subject to serious penalties. The penalties for each theft crime classification are as follows:
- A state jail felony results in a maximum fine of $10,000 and state jail time between 180 days and 2 years
- A third-degree felony results in a maximum fine of $10,000 and a period of imprisonment between 2 and 10 years
- A second-degree felony results in a maximum fine of $10,000 and a period of imprisonment between 2 and 20 years
- A first-degree felony results in a maximum fine of $10,000 and a period of imprisonment between 5 and 99 years
Contact Your Texas Theft Attorney Today!
If you have been charged with a theft crime, including robbery, armed robbery, burglary or even shoplifting, you need an attorney who can effectively fight your charges and protect your future. Our attorneys are ready to fight for your future. For strong legal representation when it matters most, contact our experienced legal team today.