Salt Lake Criminal Theft
Attorney - Utah Criminal Lawyer
Theft charges in Utah include minor
misdemeanors
as well as serious
felonies
that can result in extended prison sentences. Even minor theft charges
can be enhanced to the felony level if you have prior theft
convictions. If you are facing criminal charges for theft in Salt Lake
or elsewhere in Utah, it is best to have an experienced
criminal defense lawyer on
your side. Contact us today to arrange for an initial consultation with
Utah criminal defense attorney Stephen Howard.

The level of the offense in a Utah theft case is typically determined
by the value of the item taken. Items valued at less than $500 are
typically charged as class B misdemeanors. Items valued at between $500
and $1500 can be charged as class A misdemeanors. Items valued at more
than $1500 can be charged as felonies. Some items can be charged as
felonies regardless of their value (e.g.,
vehicles,
firearms, and some livestock). Felony charges can also be charged for
cases involving items valued at under $500, if the defendant has two or
more previous theft or theft-related convictions.
Finding a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Salt Lake City
If you are facing charges for theft or other related charges, it is
important to have an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side.
Stephen Howard has successfully defended clients in a variety of
theft-related cases including vehicle theft,
joyriding,
theft of firearms,
retail
theft,
vehicle
burglary,
residential
burglary,
theft
by receiving,
robbery,
and more.
Contact us today to arrange
for an initial consultation.

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