Criminal Defense
Theft Crimes Defense in Florida
At Lowry Legal, we have an experienced theft charges defense team ready to help you to fight your criminal charges. With years of experience, we represent those facing serious crimes in Florida. We have represented countless clients who need our legal expertise the most. Our skilled team of criminal defense attorneys understands all theft laws in the State of Florida and the legal process. We work hard to create a unique defense strategy and to protect your legal rights every step of the way.
Understanding Theft
Theft is the crime in which someone takes another person’s property without their permission. It can describe burglary, larceny, or even robbery in Broward County. When someone commits theft in Fort Lauderdale, they have stolen someone’s things with the intent to resell them to make money. Regardless of the situation, you need an experienced theft crimes defense lawyer by your side. The severity of these charges depends on the total value of the item or items that were stolen.
Penalties Associated with Theft
In Florida, first-degree grand theft is constituted by a stolen property value of over $100,000 with a maximum prison sentence of up to 30 years and fines of up to $10,000. Second-degree grand theft is for a property value of $20,000 and $99,999 with 15 years maximum in prison and fines up to $10,000. Petty theft is for smaller property values ($100 – $299) with a maximum jail sentence of one year and fines of $1,000. There are many different types of theft charges that our experienced theft charges defense legal team can explain to our clients thoroughly.
Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with Our Theft Charges Defense Team in Fort Lauderdale Florida
Lowry Legal offers free legal consultations to those facing theft charges in and around Broward County. During this important conversation, we can learn about the details of your case. To schedule a consultation today, call our law office at (954) 908-6222. We serve clients in Fort Lauderdale and all of Broward County.