Theft Offenses
Theft is the unlawful taking or keeping of another’s property or services with the intent to deprive the true owner of those services or property. The degree of theft is generally determined by the value of the property taken. A valid defense to theft can be that the person taking or retaining the property honestly believes it is their own property.
RCW 9A.56.050
Theft in the Third Degree (including Shoplifting)
Theft in the Third Degree can be charged if the value of the property or services taken unlawfully is less than $250.00. Theft in the third degree is a gross misdemeanor. A common type of Theft offense is Shoplifting or retail theft. A surprising amount of people with no criminal history or prior criminal activity have taken part in some kind of shoplifting offense. I believe that opportunities exist in every case to improve your situation, whether that means having the charges against you dropped or drastically reduced. We will thoroughly examine the case against you, including all of the evidence, as we build a strong defense strategy to protect your rights.
Fight Theft Charges with Knowledge and Experience
When you are facing a theft charge, arm yourself with the best defense; call the Law Office of Andrew Charles Huff at (206) 729-3477 and allow me to fight the theft charges for you.
