Pennsylvania Theft Crimes

Theft is the act of taking another's property. In order to convict someone of theft the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant unlawfully transferred, took or exercised control of another's property with the intent of depriving the owner of it. If a person accepts or receives property they know has been stolen and they don't intend to return it to the owner.

Types of Theft

• theft by deception (where the defendant intentionally withholds property of another by deceiving them);
• theft by extortion (where the defendant obtains or withholds property by threatening to harm the victim or commit another criminal offense);
• theft of services;
• theft of lost property (where the defendant fails to try to return the lost property to its rightful owner)

Penalties for Theft

If convicted of theft in Pennsylvania sentences and penalties vary depending on the charges and value of the property stolen.

When facing such serious consequences and life-altering repercussions of being charged with an theft in Lackawanna County, you should ensure that you are represented by a skilled and knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer from Scranton, Lackawanna County. If you are faced with such a situation, please call Attorney Bill Thompson immediately.

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