Any crime accusation in a business setting can create a chain of adverse events for the accused. Even without a conviction, they may lose their job, potential future employers or clients and leave a bad mark on their professional record. Embezzlement is a charge that...
Theft & Property Crimes
Do I have to let police into my home?
No one wants to see a police officer show up at their home. You may assume that if an officer is at your house, you must let them in, but this is not true. The U.S. Constitution’s Fourth Amendment protects you from an unreasonable search and seizure in a place that...
Sugar Land man accused of running cryptocurrency scheme
You have probably been hearing a lot about cryptocurrency in the news lately. Cryptocurrency is digital currency that can be used to buy, sell or trade items. The main different between cryptocurrency and traditional currency is that cryptocurrency is not maintained...
Two Texans caught up in nationwide catalytic converter theft crackdown
A catalytic converter is a component of the exhaust system in automobiles and is designed to neutralize hazardous chemicals. In recent years, theft of catalytic converters has been common, with thieves removing them from parked cars and selling them to shops that want...
Property theft charges do not equal guilt
Police have a duty to investigate crimes and bring their findings to prosecutors, who then have a duty to charge those accused, if there is enough evidence to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. Often, a prosecutor’s tool of choice is overcharging the accused,...
How do I choose a theft and property crimes attorney?
When you are accused of stealing something, especially when you did not steal anything, it is galling. However, accusations of theft can often lead to theft, shoplifting and other property crime charges. And, while some of these offenses are relatively minor...
Theft of service: How does it differ from other offenses?
If you’re accused of committing a crime, it can be a terrifying experience. You’re understandably worried about how the outcome will affect your life and that of your family. You’ll need to develop a smart defense strategy and that begins with understanding what...
What is the difference between robbery and burglary?
While both robbery and burglary involve the theft of property, they are two very different crimes in the state of Texas. If you are facing charges for a theft and property crime, a criminal defense attorney can help you defend against the charges and advise you on...
The basic facts on theft crimes in Texas
Theft crimes in Texas can be relatively straightforward occurrences such as shoplifting or complex operations involving many actors. Still, at its core the crime of theft in Texas involves an intentional taking of something that does not belong to you. What is theft?...