What's the difference between a misdemeanor and felony theft charge? Will you face jail time for petty theft? Can you erase your arrest from your criminal record? Get the answers you're seeking from a reliable criminal defense lawyer in Evansville, Indiana and serving all of Southern Indiana.
Collins & Associates handles a wide range of theft cases, from misdemeanors to felonies. We can answer questions about your charges and help you build a strong defense in your case.
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This is a question we often hear from our clients. If you're convicted, the judge's ruling will be based on...
The value of the stolen property-if the stolen items are worth $750 or less, misdemeanor penalties generally apply (Potential jail up to 1 year, restitution, and give up to $5,000). Felony charges apply for stolen items worth more than $750 (potential jail or more than 1 year restitution and give up to $10,000).
Your criminal record-talk to our criminal defense attorney right away if you've been convicted of any past crime.
Whether or not someone was harmed-penalties of felony theft could include years behind bars and thousands of dollars in fines. The severity of these penalties can increase drastically if someone was injured or killed alongside the theft. It is important for you to have legal counsel on your side.
Call us now to speak with a criminal defense attorney in Evansville, IN. We'll tell you about penalties you could be facing and outline your options.
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