Seattle Theft Crime Lawyers
Washington Theft Charges
If you have been charged with theft, you most certainly feel the stress and worry that usually accompanies this type of criminal charge. Facing theft charges can be a trying time in any person’s life, but with the help of an attorney your odds of overcoming your charges greatly improve. The lawyers at our firm provide exceptional representation to Seattle clients who have been charged with theft crimes and will be aggressive legal advocates during every stage of your case.
Theft if the unlawful taking of another’s property with the intent to permanently deprive the true owner of their property. Washington law outlines three types of theft crimes, each in varying degrees of severity:
Theft in the First Degree
If the property or services unlawfully taken is valued at $1,500 or over, Theft in the First Degree will be charged and is considered to be a Class B Felony.
Theft in the Second Degree
Theft in the Second degree will be charged if the property stolen is valued between $250 and $1,500, or if the type of property taken is a public record or an access device such as a credit card or car key. Theft in the Second Degree is considered to be a Class C felony.
Theft in the Third Degree
If the value of the property stolen is less than $250, Theft in the Third Degree will be charged as a gross misdemeanor.
Seattle Theft Crime Attorneys: Experienced Representation
When you choose our firm to represent you, a Seattle theft crimes lawyer will be assigned to your case and will begin working with you to uncover any information that may help your situation. It will be the goal of your attorney to have theft charges reduced or dismissed by coming up with a valid defense to your crime. As experienced legal representatives, our lawyers have methods of uncovering information and evidence that contributes to these strategies and will work hard to find a defense that will work for your case.
Contact a Seattle Theft Crimes Attorney today to discuss your theft crime charges!