Memphis Theft Crime Attorney

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When you think of a theft crime, you might only envision shoplifting. A theft crime, however, can refer to any number of crimes that involve taking property without the owner’s permission.

Examples of theft crimes include:

• Larceny
• Burglary
• Robbery
• Embezzlement
• Petty theft
• Shoplifting
• Identity theft
• Extortion

If you have been charged or are under investigation for any of these crimes, seek legal representation from the Law Office of Kenneth W. Brashier. Our Memphis theft attorney can help you build a strong defense to protect your rights and your future.

Categorizing Theft Crimes

The crime you are charged with will depend on the value of the stolen property or services. The circumstances of the incident – such as whether threats or violence were used – may also result in a more severe conviction.

Tennessee categorizes theft crimes as:

• Class A misdemeanor: The stolen property is worth $1,000 or less; punishment includes less than one year of imprisonment and a fine of no more than $2,500
• Class E felony: Stolen property is valued between $1,000 - $2,500; punishment includes 1-6 years in prison and a fine not exceeding $3,000
• Class D felony: The property stolen is valued between $2,500 - $10,000; punishment includes 2-12 years in prison and a fine up to $5,000
• Class C felony: Stolen property is worth $10,000 - $60,000; punishment includes 3-15 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines
• Class B felony: The stolen property is valued at $60,000 - $250,000; punishment includes 8-30 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000
• Class A felony: Stolen property is worth $250,000 or more.

Hire a Memphis Theft Crime Attorney Today

Our Memphis theft defense attorney has helped individuals throughout Shelby County and Tennessee find a favorable resolution to their theft cases. Ken is compassionate, understanding, and creative in his approach to theft defense. He uses his past experiences as a prosecutor to your advantage, building a defense that can withstand the opposition.

At our firm, you will not get lost in the shuffle – we treat you like a friend, not like a case number. Your future is important to us and we will work tirelessly to help you avoid harsh penalties or a conviction altogether.