Theft by Unlawful Taking in Lexington KY
Criminal Defense Attorney Breck Norment handles theft by unlawful taking cases in Lexington KY.
Generally speaking, theft is defined by Kentucky law as "tak[ing] or exercis[ing] control over movable property of another with intent to deprive him thereof or obtain[ing] immovable property of another or any interest therein with intent to benefit himself or another not entitled thereto." KRS 514.030.
In almost all cases, shoplifting in Lexington KY is charged as theft by unlawful taking. As a general rule, theft by unlawful taking is a Class A misdemeanor. However, this type of theft can become an even more serious crime depending on the facts of the case. For example, theft of a firearm, regardless of the value of the firearm, is a Class D felony, punishable by 1-5 years in prison. Further, if the property taken was valued anywhere from $500-$10,000, it is also a Class D felony. If the property was valued from $10,000-$1,000,000, the charge becomes a Class C felony, punishable by 5-10 years in prison. If the stolen property was valued at more than $1,000,000, it is a Class B felony, punishable by 10-20 years in prison. KRS 514.030 provides a few other circumstances in which a theft charge can be bumped up from a misdemeanor to a felony. Be sure to ask your Lexington KY criminal defense attorney about what penalties you face.
Another important aspect of theft by unlawful taking in Lexington KY is the issue of probation and parole. If the amount taken is more than $10,000,000, a convicted defendant must serve at least fifty percent (50%) of the sentence imposed, any statute to the contrary notwithstanding.
If you have been charged with theft by unlawful taking in Lexington KY, contact a criminal defense attorney for assistance. Be sure to ask your attorney about your potential defenses. For instance, if you were unaware that the property you took belonged to someone else, or if you thought you had a right to the property, a Lexington KY criminal defense attorney could use those facts in your defense. Each case is unique, and you deserve a hard-working criminal defense attorney who can best evaluate any possible defenses. A good attorney will also be able to present your case to the jury in the best possible light and hold the prosecution to its highest degree of proof: proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
Lexington criminal defense attorney Breck Norment offers free consultations and welcomes telephone calls 24/7. Or feel free to leave him a message in the contact form below.
Phone: (859) 303-6007
Email: BreckNorment@LawyerBreck.com
In almost all cases, shoplifting in Lexington KY is charged as theft by unlawful taking. As a general rule, theft by unlawful taking is a Class A misdemeanor. However, this type of theft can become an even more serious crime depending on the facts of the case. For example, theft of a firearm, regardless of the value of the firearm, is a Class D felony, punishable by 1-5 years in prison. Further, if the property taken was valued anywhere from $500-$10,000, it is also a Class D felony. If the property was valued from $10,000-$1,000,000, the charge becomes a Class C felony, punishable by 5-10 years in prison. If the stolen property was valued at more than $1,000,000, it is a Class B felony, punishable by 10-20 years in prison. KRS 514.030 provides a few other circumstances in which a theft charge can be bumped up from a misdemeanor to a felony. Be sure to ask your Lexington KY criminal defense attorney about what penalties you face.
Another important aspect of theft by unlawful taking in Lexington KY is the issue of probation and parole. If the amount taken is more than $10,000,000, a convicted defendant must serve at least fifty percent (50%) of the sentence imposed, any statute to the contrary notwithstanding.
If you have been charged with theft by unlawful taking in Lexington KY, contact a criminal defense attorney for assistance. Be sure to ask your attorney about your potential defenses. For instance, if you were unaware that the property you took belonged to someone else, or if you thought you had a right to the property, a Lexington KY criminal defense attorney could use those facts in your defense. Each case is unique, and you deserve a hard-working criminal defense attorney who can best evaluate any possible defenses. A good attorney will also be able to present your case to the jury in the best possible light and hold the prosecution to its highest degree of proof: proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
Lexington criminal defense attorney Breck Norment offers free consultations and welcomes telephone calls 24/7. Or feel free to leave him a message in the contact form below.
Phone: (859) 303-6007
Email: BreckNorment@LawyerBreck.com