Boerne Theft Charge Lawyer
Theft offenses in Texas are classified by the value of the property or services alleged to have been stolen. Theft is a crime of moral turpitude. It is therefore critical to avoid a criminal conviction for a Theft offense. The negative connotation of dishonesty and untrustworthiness can permanently ruin college admissions and job opportunities.
What is Theft in Boerne?
Under Texas law, theft is when an individual unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner of property (Tex. Pen. Code Ann. § 31.03).
There are a wide range of Theft offenses in Texas, including:
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Forgery
- Fraud Crimes
- Grand Theft Auto
- Juvenile Theft Crimes
- Robbery
- Shoplifting
- Theft By Check
- Theft by Fiduciary / Misapplication of Fiduciary Duty
What are the penalties for theft in Boerne?
- Class C Misdemeanor Theft: punishable by up to a $500.00 fine. The value of the property must be less than $100.00.
- Class B Misdemeanor Theft: punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000.00 fine. The value of the property must be $100.00 or more, but less than $750.00.
- Class A Misdemeanor Theft: punishable by up to one year in jail and a $4,000.00 fine. The value of the property must be $750.00 or more, but less than $2,500.00. These penalties are applicable to the theft of cable service.
- State Jail Felony Theft: punishable by 180 days to 2 years in prison and a $10,000.00 fine. The value of the property must be $2,500.00 or more, but less than $30,000.00. These penalties are applicable to credit card or debit card abuse.
- Third-Degree Felony Theft: punishable by 2-10 years in prison and a $30,000.00 fine. The value of the property must be $20,000.00 or more, but less than $150,000.00.
- Second-Degree Felony Theft: punishable by 2-20 years in prison and a $10,000.00 fine. The value of the property must be $150,000.00 or more, but less than $300,000.00.
- First Degree Felony Theft: punishable by 5-99 years or life in prison and a $10,000.00 fine. The value of the property must be $300,000.00 or more.
Can theft charges be enhanced in Texas?
Theft charges are enhanced in Texas. A prior Theft conviction might cause the penalty or punishment to be more severe in the pending case. After two or more convictions for a Theft offense, the next charge is automatically enhanced to State Jail Felony, even if the amount in question is $50.00.
- Should I hire an attorney for shoplifting in Boerne?Yes. It is important to be represented by legal counsel in every criminal prosecution. Shoplifting is especially common among young adults, and it is critical for a young person with no criminal history to carefully protect their record and their future.
- Should I plead guilty to shoplifting?No. Every case has different facts, but it’s never a good idea to enter a plea just to get-it-over-with. What seems practical in the moment may have devastating, lifelong consequences. Every person charged with Theft should exhaust every possible option to avoid a permanent criminal conviction.
- Can a felony theft charge be dropped?Yes. All charges can be dropped if the State is unable to prove their case. This is especially common in Theft cases where Fraud or Misapplication of a Duty is raised. In certain circumstances, Felony charges can be dropped to Misdemeanors. Learn more.
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Driving facts involved failing to maintain a single lane and speeding. Client refused breath test and forced law enforcement to obtain search warrant for blood. Blood test result was not used after challenge from Defense, and State waived and abandoned charge.
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