Theft Crimes

Legal Tips & Guides

Is It Illegal to Steal from a Lost and Found?

According to PR Cision Newswire, roughly $2.7 billion worth of goods are lost by Americans, collectively each year. In addition to the costs, it consumes an average of 60 hours per American to look for these missing items. In some states, it is a crime to keep something that you have found when it is clearly marked by its owner.

Can I Be Charged With Possession of Stolen Property?

If you find yourself in possession of stolen property, beware of the repercussions. Even if you didn’t partake in the actual thievery, you can still be charged under Penal Code Section 496(a) PC. The charge can be so serious that it results with a felony conviction. Theft crimes are taken very seriously in Los Angeles.

When is Theft a Felony?

In California, theft is defined as the intent to permanently deprive the owner of their property. There are multiple ways to be charged with a theft crime - larceny, false pretenses, and embezzlement are a few...

What Is The Difference Between Robbery And Burglary?

The taking of personal property from the person of another by use of force or intimidation with the intent to permanently deprive. The prosecutor will have to prove six elements beyond a reasonable doubt in order to secure a conviction against you. These elements are

How to Properly Handle Theft Charges

Theft Crimes In California, theft is defined as the intent to permanently deprive the owner of their property. The offense level depends on the value of the stolen property and an offender’s prior criminal history....