THEFT CRIMES

Theft Crimes Defense

Criminal charges dealing with theft crimes are always serious. Even misdemeanor charges can have serious consequences that can follow you for decades.

Immediate consequences can include substantial fines, limitations to your freedom, jail or prison time, problems related to your job (especially if your job requires a professional license), and increased insurance premiums.

If you are the target of an investigation I can talk to the investigators or prosecutors and explain your situation.

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Fort Lauderdale Theft(s) Crime Attorney

How Theft Is Defined Under Florida Law
In Florida, theft can be defined as taking another person’s property without their consent and with the intent to deprive them of it. This could include a wide range of unlawful acts; the definition is broad enough to include several different types of theft. Florida Code § 812.014 further explains that theft can even include temporary seizure of another’s property with the intent to benefit from it or deprive the other person of their rightful ownership of it.

If you have been arrested for any type of theft offense, it is critical that you contact a Fort Lauderdale criminal attorney at Ron L. Baum P.A. immediately. We’re available 24 hours a day!

Common Theft Offenses
All instances of theft can carry serious consequences if you are found guilty. The definition of theft has even been broadened under the scope of Florida law to include things like fraud, as well, and a conviction for this type of charge will bring a whole slew of legal penalties.

Types of theft offenses that can be prosecuted under the law include:

Petty theft
Grand theft
Identity theft
Embezzlement
Shoplifting
Mortgage fraud
Credit card theft
Robbery
Burglary
Computer fraud