Theft Lawyer
What Constitutes Theft?
Colorado defines theft as when you knowingly obtain, retain, or exercise control over anything of value of another without authorization to do so.
Offenses can range in severity from a low-level misdemeanor to a felony depending on the value of the stolen property. This means our clients could be facing fallout ranging from a small fine to multiple years in prison.
Contact a Theft Lawyer Today
If you are in need of an attorney with a background in criminal defense and theft charges, our team can provide you with compassionate yet aggressive legal representation. Dadvocates is the only law firm in Colorado that specializes in protecting the rights of men and fathers. Whether you have been charged with theft or another criminal matter, no case is too small.
Our team is made up of talented attorneys dedicated to representing your best interests and finding justice for our clients. Schedule a consultation at our Denver, CO, practice to discuss your case with one of our dynamic attorneys. Contact us online or call:
(720) 749-2876
Why Our Clients Choose The Dadvocates... "hard-working, responsive, and always willing to explain things..."
Parnell Orme
2020
The initial consultation was very informative. The lawyer I spoke with, Caitlyn Wright, was very professional and friendly, easy to talk to and she provided a lot of valuable information. I plan to follow up.
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2021
After years of fighting for visitation rights, my brother was not only awarded those rights but joint legal custody as well. Samara and her team are very knowledgeable, persistent, and professional. If you need legal representation that will fight for you and get the job done this team is who I recommend. You won’t be disappointed. Our family is forever grateful for all the hard work and dedication from this firm. Thanks again and many blessings upon your family for bridging the gap in ours.
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The Next Steps For Your Case
If you have been accused of theft, the lawyers at The Dadvocates firm in Denver, Colorado, can walk you through exactly what to expect.
We will expose weaknesses in the prosecution's argument in order to develop the very best defense.
Contact an Attorney
The team of lawyers at Dadvocates is available anytime–including after hours and weekends–to begin working on your case. Contact our Denver practice to schedule a consultation and we will discuss your options on how to proceed.
Prepare Your Case
In order to be convicted, the prosecution must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Our attorneys will expose weaknesses in the prosecution's argument in order to develop the very best defense.
Pre-Trial
Pre-trial procedures involve an arraignment where a judge will formally read your charges. You will enter a plea of guilty or not guilty that you are able to change at a later date. The arraignment is followed by a series of pre-trial hearings including motions and readiness hearings designed to ensure your fair due process.
Trial
The majority of the time, we will be able to reach an outcome before heading into a trial. However, we will prepare your defense to go to trial if this is the best course of action to ensure a just outcome. Our attorneys will never back down in their fight for your rights.
Potential Penalties
The severity of the crime depends on the value of the item(s) stolen. Depending on this factor and others, such as prior convictions, you can be charged with a misdemeanor or felony. Here is a general overview of the penalties that apply to theft cases...
Misdemeanor
A misdemeanor theft crime includes stolen property within the range of $50 to $2,000. Anything less than $50 in value is considered a Class 1 Petty Offense. The most severe Class 1 Misdemeanor can come with a 6-18 month prison sentence.
Felony
When the value of the stolen goods exceeds $2,000, the state of Colorado classifies the crime as a felony of varying degrees. The punishment for felony theft is severe and can include fines in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, as well as multiple years in jail.
|
Price of Stolen Item(s) |
Level |
Presumptive Range |
|
<$50 |
PO1 |
Up to 6 mos |
|
$50 to < $300 |
M3 |
Up to 6 mos |
|
$300 to < $750 |
M2 |
3-12 mos |
|
$750 to < $2,000 |
M1 |
6-18 mos |
|
$2,000 to < $5,000 |
F6 |
1 yr-18 mos |
|
$5,000 to < $20,000 |
F5 |
1-3 yrs |
|
$20,000 to < $100,000 |
F4 |
2-6 yrs |
|
$100,000 to < $1,000,000 |
F3 |
4-12 yrs |
|
$1,000,000 or more |
F2 |
8-24 yrs |
Establishing a Defense
The goal of the Dadvocates law firm in Denver, Colorado, is to establish a solid, justifiable defense for our clients charged with a crime. There are many reasons a person may be accused and innocent of a charge. We will examine your theft case and prepare a defense in situations of...
Right to Property
A valid defense for a theft crime is a good faith belief that you had a lawful claim to the property you took.
Mistaken Intent
The prosecution must show that you had the intent to steal in order to be convicted of the crime. For example, if a defendant simply forgets to pay for an item or has the intention of returning the property, this is a valid defense.
Lack of Pretense
This can be a successful defense for clients who have no reason for wanting to steal the property they are accused of taking.
Impaired Mental State
It is possible to successfully defend theft charges if you were intoxicated or under duress at the time the alleged theft crime occurred.
Entrapment
This defense applies if you are lured into committing a theft crime with the intent to prosecute.
"I really believe they have their clients' best interest in mind."
Joey Hoisescu
2020
I called Dadvocates to find legal advice about a particular sensitive situation I was dealing with. I don't typically like calling law firms because I find they provide minimal advice while running up my tab. But in this case, Jason and Kaitlyn really helped me out. They gave me a free consult and I got all the answers I needed at the time. These two attorneys are very professional and I really believe they have their clients' best interest in mind.
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2021
After years of fighting for visitation rights, my brother was not only awarded those rights but joint legal custody as well. Samara and her team are very knowledgeable, persistent, and professional. If you need legal representation that will fight for you and get the job done this team is who I recommend. You won’t be disappointed. Our family is forever grateful for all the hard work and dedication from this firm. Thanks again and many blessings upon your family for bridging the gap in ours.
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