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Theft Crimes Are More Serious Than You May Think

A man in handcuffs being questioned.There are four types of criminal convictions that will affect your long-term ability to obtain employment:

  • Any Felony offense
  • Sex offenses
  • Violent offenses
  • Theft offenses (often called “crimes of moral turpitude”)

I. Felony: Employers know that if they hire a convicted felon and he/she misbehaves, they are going to get sued.

II. Sex Offenses: Employers know that if they hire a sex offender, and the convicted sex offender acts improperly towards a co-worker or customer, they are going to get sued.

III. Violent Offenses: Employers know that if they hire a violent offender, and the violent offender later threatens or hits a customer or co-worker when a heated issue arises, they are going to get sued.

IV. Theft Offenses: Employers do not want employees stealing out of their cash register, so they are not going to hire someone with a theft conviction.

Shoplifting Charges Are Serious

What may seem like a just a minor stupid choice can turn out to ruin your ability to get a job in the future unless you hire the right law firm.

Many people arrested for shoplifting do not appreciate what is at stake until it is too late. They do not realize that they run a high risk of becoming victims themselves — victims of a system that would brand them not only as a criminal but also as a thief for the rest of their lives.

With 80 years of combined experience defending clients in North Texas, our Dallas theft attorneys know that sometimes the person who suffers most is the person accused of even the most petty crimes, such as shoplifting. You want an experienced theft criminal defense lawyer with a history of success working on your case.

Result: CASE DISMISSED. Charge: Theft. Client was not a U.S. Citizen, and faced deportation back to Africa if convicted. State of Texas vs. A.Y.

Result: CASES DISMISSED. Charge: Theft. State of Texas vs. S.K..

Result: CASE DISMISSED. Charge: Theft over $50. Client was caught in possession of stolen property and accused of shoplifting. State of Texas vs. J.H.

Do Not Take Shoplifting Charges Lightly

Maybe you think that the worst consequence of a guilty plea or conviction for shoplifting is the embarrassment you feel. Think again. Shoplifting, like other theft offenses, is considered a “crime of moral turpitude.” A conviction for shoplifting is like an indictment against your character, one that will almost certainly impact your employment opportunities forever.

Theft Over $2,500 is a Felony In Texas

Q: Is my life going to be impacted by these felony theft allegations unless I take action immediately?

A: Yes, there is a 100% certainty it will.

Theft offenses are “crimes of moral turpitude.” If you are convicted, then there are serious implications that will almost certainly cause you problems the rest of your life with employment, and in your personal and professional relationships.

Potential Consequences Of Felony Theft Allegations

It can be devastating for your future if you do not handle the allegation exactly right. Depending on the amount of restitution alleged, you can be charged with crimes that leave you exposed to a range of punishment of up to 99 years of confinement and up to a $10,000 fine or both.

If you or a loved one has been charged with felony theft, then every second that you wait to hire an experienced theft defense lawyer is good for the State and bad for you. Act now because your future depends on it. Our Dallas theft attorneys have been getting these types of charges dismissed and arrest records expunged since 1974.

Result: CASE DISMISSED AND INVESTIGATION BY THE F.B.I. CONCLUDED WITHOUT INDICTMENT. Charges: False Statement to Obtain Property or Credit Over $200,000.00 Client under investigation for 36 First (1ST) Degree allegations facing 99 years confinement on each charge for potential exposure of 3,564 years in prison plus a minimum of 360 months confinement (not eligible for probation) in federal prison if convicted. State of Texas vs. K.T.

Result: CASES DISMISSED. Charge: Burglary of a Habitation Client was caught and admitted to the police that he was the primary actor in a series of burglaries of local dignitaries’ homes. The client was facing 20 years of confinement on each charge. State of Texas vs. C.M..

Result: CASE DISMISSED. Charge: Felony Theft. The client was indicted in Missouri for felony theft and was offered 6 years imprisonment by the prosecution to the Missouri defense lawyer. A Texas resident, W.M. paid the Missouri attorney over $20,000 and the offer to W.M. never reduced. That Missouri attorney was advising W.M. he needed more money to continue to represent W.M. W.M. hired our firm for substantially less, and after our attorney got permission from the Missouri judge to represent W.M. on the matter Pro Hac Vice, two weeks later the indictment was dismissed and all charges dropped. State of Missouri vs. W.M.

Our theft defense lawyers fight hard to help our clients avoid convictions for theft crimes. We are often called on by good people who had a serious lapse in judgment and have been arrested for anything from Misdemeanor Shoplifting to First or Second Degree Felony Burglary of a Habitation. We do not judge. But, we do deliver results.

If you or someone you care about is under investigation or has been arrested, now is the time to contact an experienced theft defense lawyer.

Contacted By The Authorities About Theft Allegations?

Tell them that you want your theft criminal defense lawyer and do not say another word. A detective will tell you that if you cooperate and talk with them, then they will put in a good recommendation to the district attorney. Do not let the authorities scare you into talking to them.

Call Or Email Pelley Law Office Today

We encourage you to contact our theft criminal defense lawyers immediately if you or someone you care about has been charged with a theft crime in North Texas. We know that the sooner we get involved in a case, the more options we have in mitigating the potential consequences. Your initial consultation with an experienced Dallas theft attorney will be free. Do not wait. Call us at 972-608-0335 or 214-560-1919 now.

The best way to predict your future is the results we have achieved in the past.

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