Theft Attorneys

Theft Charge in Texas

 Grand theft

 Grand theft auto

 Larceny

Theft can be either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the value of the property allegedly taken. Texas theft charges and penalties are as follows:

 $50 or less:

Class C misdemeanor punishable by a $500 fine and no jail time.

 $50-$500:

Class B misdemeanor punishable by 180 days in jail and a fine up to $2,000.

 $500-$1,500:

Class A misdemeanor punishable by one year of jail time and a fine of up to $4,000.

 $1,500-$20,000:

State jail felony punishable by 6 months – two years in state jail and a fine of up to $10,000.

 $20,000-$100,000:

A third-degree felony is punishable by 2-10 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000.

 $100,000-$200,000:

A second-degree felony is punishable by 2-20 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000.

 $200,000 or more:

First-degree felony punishable by 5 years to 99 years/life incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000.

If you have been charged with theft, call our defense lawyers at The Z&P Law Group for a free case consultation where we will assess your case thoroughly and discuss all possible legal options.