Theft & Property Crimes

If you steal cash or goods from an individual or retailer in Florida, you may be charged with theft. In the event that you're convicted of the crime, you may spend time in jail, pay a fine or face other penalties. Let's take a look at the elements of the crime and how...

While some people steal because of extreme financial hardship, others have a mental health condition that affects impulse control. If you have been charged with theft in Florida, it's important to explore the circumstances surrounding the incident. The basics of...

A lot of people in Florida don’t understand the charge of burglary and get it confused with other property crimes like theft and robbery. While burglary may include breaking and entering and theft, not all theft is considered burglary and not all breaking and entering...

Most people in Florida and around the country think that burglary and theft are the same crime. While the two are similar, they are different crimes. If you have been arrested and charged with either offense, it's important to know how they differ and how you can be...

People value their property and hardly take kindly to those trying to steal it. Florida residents may take several steps to protect their homes and vehicles from break-ins and theft. Persons charged with property crimes might find themselves looking at a long list of...

The punishment severity you may face with a theft conviction depends on the value of the item(s) taken and the circumstances of the crime. According to the Florida Statutes, theft is a generic term for crimes in which a person purposefully takes another person’s...

Florida defines theft as the taking or using of someone else’s property. The law further states a person committing this crime may appropriate the property for his or her use or for another person not allowed to use the property.  Petit Theft Known as petty theft in...

Our law office knows that when people are accused of theft, a variety of challenges arise. From a shattered reputation to damaged relationships, financial penalties and time behind bars, these charges are very serious. Unfortunately, some people are accused of theft...

A misappropriated bicycle, stolen valuables from a safe: These are relatively concrete events. All theft cases require caution and attention to detail for those accused, but some are relatively straightforward.  Others are more complex. For example, allegations of...