Colorado
Revised Statute 18-4-401 defines theft as follows:
A
person commits theft when he knowingly obtains or exercises control over
anything of value of another without authorization, or by threat or deception,
and:
(a)
Intends to deprive the other person permanently of the use or benefit of the
thing of value; or
(b)
Knowingly uses, conceals, or abandons the thing of value in such manner as to
deprive the other person permanently of its use or benefit; or
(c)
Uses, conceals, or abandons the thing of value intending that such use,
concealment, or abandonment will deprive the other person permanently of its
use and benefit; or
(d)
Demands any consideration to which he is not legally entitled as a condition of
restoring the thing of value to the other person.
Some of the common theft offenses that our clients face are:
•
Shoplifting
•
Petty Theft
•
Misdemeanor Theft
•
Felony Theft
• Theft by Receiving
Depending on the amount taken a theft can be classified as petty offense, misdemeanor, or felony and can result in a fine, probation, or imprisonment.
If you or someone you know has been accused of theft, you should
call Attorney Steven Franger right now.
He will immediately begin protecting your rights and help you fight
these charges. Attorney Steven Franger uses his experience as a criminal
defense lawyer and as an ex-law enforcement officer to handle all aspects of your case.
Preparation of your defense starts the minute you hire him. If you have been charged with theft
do not wait, Contact Denver
Criminal Defense Lawyer Steven Franger now at (303) 408-1134.