Theft Crimes in Texas

Houston, Texas, Criminal Defense Lawyer - Charges of Theft or Shoplifting

Being charged with theft or shoplifting can have life altering implications and very serious consequences. The Texas Penal Code defines theft when a person unlawfully appropriates property with the intent to deprive the owner of the property. If you or a loved one has been charged with theft call The Law Office of Ned Barnett and an experienced criminal defense lawyer will assist in protecting your rights.

Texas Theft Charges

In the state of Texas, a charge of theft can be classified as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the dollar amount assigned to the alleged stolen property. If the prosecution is claiming, you stole more than $1500 you could be charged with a felony, and less than $1500 a misdemeanor. Either charge could result in jail time, fines, and or restitution. At The Law Offices of Ned Barnett, our founding attorney has over 24 years of experience defending clients who have been accused of theft. As a former state prosecutor Ned Barnett has the experience of working on the other side of the courtroom and understands the prosecution’s tactics.

An Attorney Who Will Listen

When you have been arrested for theft and are dealing with the criminal justice system, it is difficult to get your story heard. The arresting officer is not going to listen to your side of the story and the prosecution is not interested. But your criminal defense attorney should listen to you. At The Law Office of Ned Barnett we listen and our lawyers will work for you. We will explore all viable options and investigate the facts to work towards obtaining the best possible outcome for your case.

At The Law Office of Ned Barnett we handle a wide range of similar criminal charges under Texas law including:

• Robbery
• Aggravated robbery
• Burglary
• Criminal trespass

Federal Theft Charges

As a former federal prosecutor for the Department of Justice our founding lawyer, Ned Barnett has an in-depth knowledge of federal law and represents clients accused of white collar crimes and serious theft including:

• Embezzlement
• Grand theft
• Grand Larceny
• Fraud

Contact the Law Offices of Ned Barnett

The defense attorneys at The Law Offices of Ned Barnett are here for you in your time of need. If you or a loved one has been accused of theft, contact our Houston office by calling 713-222-6767 or toll-free at 800-338-8070. Initial consultations with an experienced criminal defense attorney are free. We offer evening and weekend hours by appointment and accept major credit cards.