Theft & Fraud

Theft Crimes

A theft crime is the criminal act of taking or stealing another person’s property.  All theft crimes are categorized as misdemeanors or felonies.  In Georgia, a theft crime that involves stealing property valued below $500 is considered a misdemeanor.  Felony theft crimes involve the stealing of property that is valued at $500 or greater.  

Frequently committed theft crimes include:  motor vehicle theft, shoplifting, credit card theft, identity theft, embezzlement, burglary, robbery, and fraud.  Once a person is convicted of a theft crime, he/she may be punished with:

• jail time
• fines
• probation
• community service
• restitution

A person’s criminal sentence may be enhanced if he/she used a weapon while committing the crime or if he/she has a prior criminal record. 

Fraud

Fraud is the criminal act of intentionally deceiving another person for monetary gain or to cause injury to the person.  In most cases, fraudulent activity is used as a means to gain money under false pretenses.  Fraud is categorized as a theft crime and may be prosecuted as either a misdemeanor or felony.  Criminal charges for fraud usually depend upon the dollar value amount of the money or property that was stolen.  Like other theft crimes, the legal penalties for fraud include:  jail time, fines, probation, community service, and restitution.

Have You Been Charged With A Theft Crime Or Fraud In Gwinnett County?

If you answered yes to this question, it is important that you speak with a reliable Gwinnett County criminal defense attorney immediately.  Due to the long-term impact and severity of the legal consequences involved, you need to do everything you can to avoid a theft crime conviction.  The best thing you can do to fight your criminal charges and reduce your chances of being convicted is to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer. 

The Law Office of Trip Collins, LLC has been helping clients throughout Gwinnett, GA fight their theft crime charges in court for years.  As an aggressive law firm, the Law Office of Trip Collins, LLC are dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcome for each client and his/her individual case.