Gainesville Theft Crime Attorney

Defending Those Who Have Been Accused Of Theft in Alachua County

Theft crimes in Gainesville can be divided into two categories - petty theft and grand theft. The distinction between the two is based on the monetary value of the stolen property. Below $300, it is considered to be petty theft, and above the $300 mark, it becomes grand theft. While there can be additional charges, such as if the theft was accompanied by a weapon or a threat of force, for simplicity, theft is the taking of another's property without authorization and with the intent to deprive the other of the use or ownership of that property.

How To Prove That Theft Took Place

There are three levels of Grand Theft in Florida which are based on the value of the property taken.

• First Degree Grand Theft - this is assigned when the stolen property is above $100K in value, or if it is shipping cargo, then the value was above $50K. The incarceration sentence ranges from a minimum of 21 months in prison to a maximum of 30 years. If probation is called for, then the period can be up to 30 years. The top fine is set at $10K.
• Second Degree Grand Theft - this is assigned if the value of the property is between $20k and $100K. If shipping cargo, then the property would be valued at under $50K. Additionally, this can be adjudicated if the stolen property was emergency medical equipment worth more than $300. The maximum sentence is 15 years in prison with up to 15 years of probation. The fine can be as high as $10K.
• Third Degree Grand Theft - this is assigned for thefts of property valued between $300 and $20K. This also includes the theft of firearms, and motor vehicles and the involvement of a will, testamentary instrument, or codicil. The term of sentencing can be up to 5 years in prison and up to 5 years of probation. The maximum fine is $5K.

There are several very strong lines of defense against charges of this nature.

Contact Our Theft Crime Lawyer Today

If you are facing charges for a theft crime, do not hesitate to reach out to our Gainesville theft crimes defense attorney at Kinsell Law Firm. We understand how serious these charges can be and have experience providing a strong legal defense.