Theft Charges

Rockwall Theft Crimes Defense Lawyer

Are you facing charges of theft? Have you been wrongfully accused or caught up in a misunderstanding? Do not panic. The Law Office of Ashley L. Anderson PLLC is here to help. Our attorney is dedicated to protecting the rights and interests of the accused. For over a decade, Attorney Ashley L. Anderson has represented clients in various kinds of theft cases. She is a former prosecutor who knows what works and what does not in Texas’s criminal courts. You can feel confident putting your case into her hands.

Schedule a free consultation with our Rockwall theft defense lawyer by calling (469) 940-7544 or reaching out online.

How Texas Defines Theft

Texas law defines theft as “unlawfully [appropriating] property with intent to deprive the owner of property.” This means, in other words, that theft is taking something without the owner’s permission and intending to keep or give it to someone else.

Examples of Theft Crimes

Common examples of theft crime offenses in Texas include:

Shoplifting: Taking merchandise from a store without paying.
Burglary: Breaking into a building or structure intending to steal something.
Robbery: Using force, violence, or intimidation to take property.
Identity theft: Stealing personal information to fraudulently obtain goods and services.
Embezzlement: Stealing money or property entrusted to someone for safekeeping.
Auto theft: Taking a vehicle without the owner's permission, intending to keep it permanently.

The Penalties for Theft

Penalties for theft crimes in Texas vary widely depending on the amount of stolen property, type of property, and method of theft. Class C misdemeanor theft is the lowest-level offense. A conviction can result in a fine of up to $500.

The penalties for a class B misdemeanor theft include:

Fines up to $2,000
Up to 180 days in jail

The penalties for class A misdemeanor theft include:

Fines up to $4,000
Up to a year in jail

Texas law includes provisions for “state jail felony theft.” These are theft crimes with a value between $2,500 and $30,000. The penalties for state jail felony theft include fines up to $10,000 and imprisonment ranging between 180 days to two years.

Felony theft comes with much more serious penalties. These offenses include acts of theft that value between $30,000 and $300,000 or more. A conviction for felony theft can come with fines up to $10,000 and years or even decades of imprisonment.

Any of these penalties could be enhanced if the offense involves certain aggravating factors, such as committing theft with a firearm or against a public servant, Medicare provider, or person over 65.

Civil Penalties

In addition to criminal penalties, Texas law allows theft victims to seek civil damages. These include the damages caused by the theft (such as the value of the stolen items), a plaintiff’s legal fees, and a fine of up to $1,000.

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“Would definitely recommend her to anyone who needs a great attorney!”
“Consulted and hired Ashley same day! Ashley was very realistic with my case and also very optimistic for a good outcome. Helped and very resourceful every step of the way and thoroughly answered all questions I had.”

- Former Client
“I highly recommend her to anyone who is going through a tough time in their life and needs legal assistance.”
“Unlike a lot of attorneys, Ms. Anderson is very sympathetic as well as empathetic. She is also extremely competent and tenacious.”

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“Definitely recommend.”
She got my felony dropped to a misdemeanor! My probation offer said he has never seen that in all the years he’s worked. She always answers within a reasonable time! Definitely recommend.

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“Ashley is a very good attorney! I would recommend her to anyone facing legal issues! She did an excellent job on my cases.”

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“Ashley made the whole process a breeze.”
Not only did she handle my cases the way she said she would, the outcome of both cases was better than initially anticipated at the beginning! Ashley made the whole process a breeze and she actually cared about how my day was going and how my case was panning out. She is definitely the nicest most professional attorney I’ve ever consulted with and hired and if I’m ever in need of legal assistance again, I got her number saved and she’ll be the first one I’ll call!

- Former Client
“She was very thorough with my case and fought hard to get me the best outcome.”
I was having a hard time getting in touch with another lawyer and emailed Ashley and she responded very quickly and agreed to meet me the next day. She worked with me financially and was very affordable. She was very thorough with my case and fought hard to get me the best outcome. She was very easy to talk to and always answered any questions I had and worked around my schedule. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone needing help.

- Former Client

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How Our Rockwall Theft Attorney Can Defend You

Attorney Anderson has worked in Rockwall County for a long time and uniquely understands its criminal court system. If you turn to the Law Office of Ashley L. Anderson PLLC, you can count on her using her insights on your behalf.

Beyond this, our attorney may do any of the following:

Analyze the prosecution’s evidence, looking for weaknesses or inconsistencies
Gather witness statements, review surveillance footage, seek expert opinions, and take other measures to bolster evidence that supports your story
Pursue a plea bargain or diversion program to secure lesser penalties and/or charges
Fight for your constitutional rights throughout the criminal process, including your right to a fair trial

Find out how our attorney can defend you in your theft case. We offer free consultations, which we can conduct in person or virtually. These meetings are free, so there is no reason not to reach out to schedule yours today.

Call (469) 940-7544 or connect with us via our online contact form.

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