Theft Crimes
Criminal Defense Attorneys Defending Your Legal Rights
A law firm that defends your rights when you are faced with theft and other property-related criminal charges to ensure the best outcome possible for you.
In the State of Tennessee, theft can occur in various forms, but regardless of what form it takes, the consequences of receiving a theft charge can be severe. Nobody wants to be convicted of theft and be deemed a thief by society. Worse still, a conviction for theft, whether a theft for $100 or $10,000 can carry significant financial penalties and restrictions on your freedom. By hiring a skilled theft lawyer from The CW Firm, you can significantly reduce or eliminate the risks of such penalties and restrictions.
Are you facing theft charges and need someone who knows how to get the best outcome for you? Contact The CW Firm today at 423-210-4411, or email us at contact@thecwfirm.com and let us help you reach a just and fair resolution.
Theft Charges We Cover
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Shoplifting
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Theft of Property
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Theft of Services
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Extortion
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Embezzlement
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Robbery
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Auto Theft
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Worthless Checks
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Fraud
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Credit Card Fraud
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Identity Theft
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Possession of Stolen Property
Potential Punishment for Theft Convictions
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Property value less than $1,000 - theft of property, not including firearm, valued less than $1,000 is a class A misdemeanor carrying a maximum sentence of 11 months 29 days and/or a fine up to $2,500.
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Property value $1,000 to $2,500 - theft of property valued between $1,000 and $2,500 or theft of a firearm is a class E Felony carrying a sentence of 1 to 6 years and/or a fine up to $3,000.
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Property value $2,500 to $10,000 - theft of property valued between $2,500 and $10,000 is a class D Felony carrying a sentence of 2 to 12 years and/or a fine up to $5,000.
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Property value $10,000 to $60,000 - theft of property valued between $10,000 and $60,000 is a class C Felony carrying a sentence of 3 to 15 years and/or a fine up to $10,000.
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Property value $60,000 to $250,000 - theft of property valued between $60,000 and $250,000 is a class B Felony carrying a sentence of 8 to 30 years and/or a fine up to $25,o00.
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Property value $250,000 or more - theft of property valued at $250,000 or more is a class A Felony carrying a sentence of 15 to 60 years and/or a fine up to $50,000.
How We Can Help You With Your Theft Case
While there are some instances where the state has no proof as to who took the property in a theft case, it is much more often the case that this is not in dispute. What frequently is of greater importance in these cases is the value of the property stolen, the ability for said property to return to the rightful owner, and the method in which the property was taken.
As your theft attorney, we can help you with your theft case by minimizing the focus given to bad facts and maximizing the focus on the good facts. This sort of legal assistance can be the difference between having a conviction on your record with possible jail time, and being afforded the opportunity to return the property, pay some restitution, or possibly perform some community service in lieu of having a conviction and serving time.