Navigating theft charges involves understanding how certain factors can influence the potential outcomes. The way these factors interact can significantly impact the severity of the penalties involved. Theft classification and value Theft crimes are classified based...
Theft & Property Offenses
What are the penalties for grand theft auto?
Grand theft auto involves the unauthorized taking of a motor vehicle with the intent to keep it from the owner. Florida law classifies grand theft auto as a felony offense. For those who face accusations of this crime, it is important to understand the penalties they...
How do robbery, larceny and embezzlement differ?
People may use the terms theft, robbery and burglary interchangeably without understanding that each expression carries distinct connotations. Even more important is the fact that such charges have different implications before a court of law. The 2023 Florida...
What constitutes shoplifting in Florida?
According to U.S. News and World Report, Sarasota, Florida, had a lower-than-average crime rate in 2020. While the city is a fairly safe place, crime still occurs, and much of the time it is petty crimes, such as shoplifting. This common form of theft may seem small,...
What are your Miranda rights?
When facing the possibility of a police interrogation, it is more important than ever to understand your Miranda rights. These rights can provide you with an incredible amount of protection in an otherwise very difficult situation. What your Miranda rights protect...
Postal robbery sentencing highlights federal consequences
Theft is a serious allegation no matter the situation, but penalties exacerbate when a case involves a federal employee. Not only does a criminal charge carry potential state punishments, but the federal government steps in with its resources as well. As reported by...
What constitutes Grand Theft in Florida?
The law defines theft as any crime where one person knowingly steals or attempts to deprive another person of his or her personal property. Theft can include the intent to deprive a person permanently or temporarily. When it comes to theft crimes, Grand Theft is one...
What are the penalties for stealing packages?
Whether it is packages off someone's porch or credit card applications from their mailbox, stealing mail is a common crime in the United States. About 49 million Americans experience the theft of at least one package every year. If someone accuses you of stealing...
Can someone sue a spouse for theft?
Human relationships are complex and result in many ups and downs. Contentious moments can lead to antagonistic actions. Many people understand that Florida is a community property state regarding marriage and divorce. This fact may raise the question of whether taking...
What is Florida’s looting enforcement law?
Due to the increasing frequency with which looting and rioting take place in the Sunshine State, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis proposed and passed Combatting Violence, Disorder and Looting and Law Enforcement Protection Act. This act creates new criminal offenses for...