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THEFT ATTORNEY IN AUSTIN, TEXAS

At Davis-Jones Law, I provide compassionate, knowledgeable criminal defense representation to people who have been accused of crimes involving theft. These offenses may include:

  • Car theft

  • Robbery

  • Burglary

  • Shoplifting

  • Larceny

Some charges, such as shoplifting, may seem fairly minor — but they can have lasting consequences, particularly for young offenders. A theft-related conviction on your record can make it difficult to get a job, pursue a college degree, or enjoy other liberties.

If you are charged with a theft crime, call me at Davis-Jones Law today. I serve the legal needs of individuals throughout Hayes County, Caldwell County, Williamson County, Travis County, and the greater Austin, Texas area.

ARE YOU FACING THEFT CHARGES?

THEFT CRIMES IN TEXAS

To some Texas residents, theft is theft. However, calling burglary, larceny, and robbery the same crime is not necessarily accurate. While they may all be forms of theft, the three property crimes have distinct differences. Not only are they different, but according to the Texas Department of Public Safety, they have drastically different occurrence rates because there were 148,073 burglaries, 33,250 robberies, and 548,941 larcenies over the course of a single year across the state.

BURGLARY

A burglary takes place when a person enters a building or habitation that was not open to the public with the intention of committing a theft or another felony. Even if a person hides in the closet of business until said company is closed, it may still be considered burglary if the person emerges from the closet to steal or commit a felony after business hours. Typically, a person has to use force to enter a building when committing a burglary, but no one else has to be present at the time of the crime. This type of crime can range from a first-degree to a third-degree felony depending on what the targeted object is, what type of building was broken into, and what other crimes were committed.

LARCENY

When referring to theft, larceny is often tied to stealing from a vehicle. A person may break into a locked car or open an unlocked car without the permission of the owner to steal another person's belongings. It can also refer to any theft done when illegally entering a building is not needed. For example, if a person is in a public space and steals a candy bar from a vendor, it may be considered a form of larceny because he or she took something without breaking into a habitation.

ROBBERY

A robbery takes place when a person tries to take something directly from another person. In other words, a robbery can happen even if the person does not have to illegally enter a home, but even when a crime is committed after illegally entering a space, it could still be a robbery. If a person is out on the street taking someone's purse by using a weapon as a threat, it would likely fall into the robbery category. Robbery requires the presence of a victim.

In Texas, all crimes having to do with taking someone else's belongings may fall into the greater category of theft, but they can also be broken down and described as either a burglary, robbery or larceny. If a person is accused of any of these property crimes, it may be beneficial to work with an attorney who is familiar with this type of criminal law case.

DO I NEED AN ATTORNEY?

In the face of criminal charges, many people believe that they should cooperate with the police and prosecutors and trust that the case will be handled fairly. You may be tempted to take the first plea deal offered by the prosecutor, believing that you will not succeed if the case goes to trial. However, the only way to know that the deal is fair and your rights are protected is to secure representation from a qualified attorney.

When you bring your case to me at Davis-Jones Law, I may be able to help you. I know how prosecutors pursue theft convictions — and how to defend against them. I work with experts, investigate your case thoroughly, and form a strategy for how to proceed. I have a track record of being able to get a reduced sentence or treatment, rather than prison time, for my clients.

THEFT ATTORNEY SERVING AUSTIN, TEXAS

If you or someone you love has been accused of a theft crime, do not wait to seek representation. Contact my firm — Davis-Jones Law — as soon as possible so I can begin protecting your rights and building your defense. Please send me an email or call my office to request a meeting. Initial consultations are always free. I am proud to represent clients throughout the greater Austin, Texas area and the counties of Travis, Williamson, Caldwell, and Hayes.

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