The Law Offices of Houston Theft & Property Defense Attorney Matt Horak
In Houston, a theft & property defense attorney can help protect the rights of people accused of theft crimes. A theft crime is a criminal act that involves stealing another person’s property without the consent of that person. A property crime is a crime that is committed when a person damages or destroys another person’s property. Both of these offenses may be categorized as misdemeanors or felonies. Classification will generally depend upon the offender’s criminal history, the type of crime committed and the extent of the damage. The outcome and gravity of the punishment may very well depend on the competency of your Texas theft & property defense attorney.
In Texas, commonly committed theft and property crimes include, but are not limited to: Robbery, burglary, petty theft, shoplifting, carjacking, identity theft, fraud, forgery, possession of stolen property, vandalism, arson, destruction of property and trespassing.