THEFT (grand) Written by: Ginger Cooper Esq. of Schwam-Wilcox & Associates A person has committed theft when he/she knowingly obtains or uses the property of another, without their permission, with the intent to deprive them of it or use it as their own ,and if the value of said property is greater than $300.00 it is grand theft, which is a 3rd degree felony. Florida Statutes enumerates a long list of theft offenses that constitute grand theft in the third degree, a third degree felony, also punishable by up to five (5) years Florida State Prison and a fine not to exceed $5,000, and the suspension of your driver’s license. Causes damage to the real or person property of another in excess of $1,000. Theft is a crime that can cause you difficulty in obtaining employment in the future, as it is a crime against dishonesty. The attorney’s at Schwam-Wilcox & Associates, can guide you through a case like this to try to ensure you do not receive an adjudication. For more information about petit theft or grand theft you can contact the attorneys at Schwam-Wilcox & Associates at info@cbswlaw or 407-245-7700. You can also visit our website at cbswlaw.
Posted on: Tue, 12 Aug 2014 18:35:45 +0000
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