Legal Defense for Theft Crime Charge in Fort Worth
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Have you recently been charged with theft in Fort Worth? It is important
that you talk to a Fort Worth theft crime lawyer right away before you
speak to law enforcement. You have rights that must be aggressively protected,
and at the office of Jerry Loftin & Associates, we are dedicated to
defending your best interest.
In Texas, theft crimes are taken very seriously and having a skilled attorney
on your side can greatly improve the outcome of your case. Regardless
of the exact offense for which you have been charged or arrested, you
should not move forward without the legal help of capable legal counsel.
We represent a wide range of theft crime charges, including the following:
Penalties for Theft Crimes in Fort Worth
An offense for theft will typically be charged as either a misdemeanor
or a felony, depending on the exact value of the property which was allegedly
taken. The penalties for a serious theft crime can include:
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Class C Misdemeanor - If the value of the property is less than $50
- A penalty of up to $500 fine
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Class B Misdemeanor - If the value of the property is $50-500
- A penalty of up to 180 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $2000
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Class A Misdemeanor - If the value of the property is $500-1500.
- The penalty of up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $4000
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Third Degree Felony - If the value of the property is $20,000-100,000
- The penalty of 2-10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000
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Second Degree felony - If the property value is $100,000-200,000
- The penalty of 2-20 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000
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First Degree Felony
- The penalty of 5-99 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000
Our Fort Worth theft crime attorneys are highly knowledgeable about the
way that the courts prosecute these crimes, and we can use this information
to your advantage.
Whatever the exact charges you are facing may be, we are here to offer
you a sense of compassion during this difficult time. If you choose our
firm to represent you, you have a dedicated lawyer and team on your side
who truly cares about the outcome of your case. We have a former prosecutor
on our team and we have represented more than 5,000 cases in the time
we have been in practice.
For a
free initial consultation, call us now at (817) 591-7850 or
contact Jerry Loftin & Associates online.