Theft Crimes Lawyers in Brazoria County
Don't Let a Small Mistake Ruin Your Life
Getting charged with a theft crime can have far-reaching consequences for your life. At Crenshaw & Purvis, our team of attorneys has been helping Brazoria County residents get the results that they need. We all make mistakes, and our team wants to ensure that you don't have to pay for your mistake for years to come. When it comes to hiring a lawyer, know that you can always trust the experienced criminal defense attorneys at Crenshaw & Purvis.
Comprehensive Overview of Texas Theft Laws
Under Texas law, theft is the act of taking property from another person with the intention of depriving that individual. While the property could be directly stolen from the rightful owner, theft could also be committed through indirect methods. For example, obtaining property that is known to be stolen is also classified as theft, even though it wasn't directly taken from the owner.
Our Brazoria County theft lawyers use many different defenses, including:
- Lack of intent
- The defendant is a minor
- Defendant was under duress at the time of the act
- A mistake of fact, such as when the property is found to not have been stolen
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Why Crenshaw & Purvis?
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Honest, Knowledgeable, Professional Representation
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Focused Practice on Criminal Defense and DWI
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Established Track Record of Proven Success
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Over 55 Years of Combined Experience
Hear From Our Happy Clients
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“Jeff and Brittney are amazing! They got my misdemeanor dismissed! I didn’t think dismissal would even be an option but I just got the call today and I’m ecstatic! Do not go to any other legal team! They are upfront and reasonably priced! I’m so thankful and relieved!”- Shelby M.
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“He was able to take my case and get me the best possible outcome! He answered any questions I had in a timely manner and made sure I understood everything that was happening. I could not have had a better team to represent me. Crenshaw and Purvis thank you again for all you did for me.”- Regina W.
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“I put my faith in Jeff Purvis, and his team! My court appointed attorney was a complete failure, who suggested he'd request being removed from my case because I asked him to request a dismissal. The case had so many things wrong with it, and even with a plaintiffs request of non-prosecution and two witnesses, my attorney tried to get me to take a plea, for something I was innocent of, even suggesting he couldn't win because of a past record and my race, and stated "It is Brazoria County!" I had 8 months unable to work at regular job because it was already showing on a background check. Just out of surgery, not making money, and this too!”- David R.
The Higher the Value, the Higher the Penalty
While it's not always the case, the penalties for theft often correlates with the value of the property stolen. For example, for property valued under $1,500, individuals are commonly charged with a misdemeanor. For property valued higher than $1,500, individuals can expect to be charged with a felony. Penalties can also be more severe depending on the occupation of the defendant and circumstances of the theft. Fines can range from under $500 to $10,000, with prison sentences ranging from under 5 years up to 99 years.
If you have been charged with theft, don't wait any longer; give our theft crimes lawyers in Brazoria County a call at (979) 200-4746. We serve clients in Angleton, Pearland, and the Greater Houston Metropolitan Area.
