Dallas Theft Crime FAQ

What is a theft crime?

A theft crime is a type of criminal offense that occurs when one person takes another person’s property without consent.  Theft crimes can be categorized as misdemeanors or felonies.  Usually, classification depends upon value of the property that was stolen, the offender’s criminal history and whether or not the offender used a weapon while committing theft.  For example, a person that commits armed robbery is more likely to be charged with a felony than a person who shoplifted.

What penalties will I face if I am convicted of a theft crime?

If you are convicted of a theft crime, you will be subjected to numerous legal penalties like imprisonment, court fees, fines, restitution, probation and community service.  The extent of the penalties you will be sentenced with will depend upon the type of criminal offense you committed.

What is petty theft?

In Texas, petty theft is the criminal act of stealing another person’s property with a value that is below $500.  In most cases, petty theft is a misdemeanor offense, which means that it is punishable with less than a year of jail time.

What is grand theft?

Grand theft is the criminal act of taking another person’s property without consent with a value that exceeds $500.  In the state of Texas, grand theft can be classified as a felony offense, which means that people could spend over a year in jail if they are convicted.

Should I represent myself?

If you have been charged with a theft crime, you should never choose to represent yourself.  Instead, you should obtain the services of a skilled Dallas theft crime defense attorney at D'Amore Law Firm.  At our firm, we have helped numerous clients avoid theft crime convictions and sentencing.