Austin Robbery Defense Lawyers

Robbery/Burglary Charges

Theft, Robbery, and Burglary are three broad terms that cover a wide range of activities from shoplifting to armed robbery. These crimes can fall under either felony classification or misdemeanor classification. All three of these charges are considered property crimes.

Theft is either a felony or a misdemeanor. The charge depends on the value of whatever was stolen. The circumstances of the theft also play a role in determining whether the charge is felony or theft. An example of theft is shoplifting.

Robbery is defined as taking property via intimidation or force. It is always a felony charge. Aggravated robbery is robbery that involves a serious physical injury to the victim or the use of a deadly weapon.

Burglary means that a person broke into a residence or commercial property with the intention of committing a felony. Burglary is always a felony charge.

All three of these crimes are considered by law to be property crimes. This means that the possible charges include criminal mischief, criminal destruction of property, white-collar crime, and employee theft, stealing, or fraud.

Criminal mischief involves damaging tangible property either intentionally, recklessly, or negligently in the employment of fire, explosives, or other dangerous means. It can also mean that a person tampered with an object with the intent of causing others harm. A less serious version is graffiti. White-collar crime includes topics such as embezzlement and fraud.

Because these crimes can carry with them either a felony or a misdemeanor sentence, it is important to secure the services of an experienced criminal defense lawyer. The Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers of Morales & Navarrete are here to help you clear your name.