Theft Lawyer in Miami, Florida

The Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden, PLLC is Miami, Florida’s trusted team of theft and criminal defense attorneys. We use our combined experience in criminal defense and our exceptional records for aggressively defending our clients to build strong cases for our clients accused of theft and other crimes.
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For a theft lawyer whose passion shines through, who is committed to defending your freedom and rights, and who will explore every avenue possible to clear your name or reduce your sentence, look no further than our law offices.

What Is Theft?

Theft is defined as the unlawful taking of another person’s property without that person’s permission. It also includes any act of taking or depriving access to property belonging to another person without their consent or knowledge. It typically also requires the intention of permanently denying the owner the use of the item.

The crime of theft also refers to a number of different offenses, ranging from committing fraud to misappropriating funds.

Classification of Theft Crimes in Florida

In Florida, there are two general classifications of theft. These include Petit Theft and Grand Theft. Let’s take a look at the difference.

Grand Theft

Grand Theft refers to the theft of property with a value greater than $300. This charge is a felony and comes with a penalty of up to 30 years in prison. The prison sentence is determined based on the property’s value and other considerations under Florida’s Criminal Punishment Code Guidelines.

Petit (or “petty”) Theft

Petit Theft refers to the theft of property with a value of less than $300. This is a first-degree or second-degree misdemeanor and may be punished by a sentence of between 60 days and one year in jail and/or a fine of up to $1,000.

What Types of Theft Charges Do We Handle?

We handle all kinds of Grand and Petit theft charges. Many of the charges we have previously successfully fought include:

• Credit card theft
• Identity theft
• Shoplifting
• Burglary
• Robbery
• Fraud and embezzlement
• Forgery
• Car theft

This is by no means an exhaustive list of theft crimes we handle, and our years of experience mean that we are well-equipped to handle your case.

What Are The Penalties for Theft in Florida?

The state of Florida punishes theft harshly, making it even more important that you hire a reliable, professional attorney to defend your rights.

Sentencing depends on the value of the property stolen as part of the crime. Some examples of penalties for theft can be found in the list below:

• Property Value Under $100
  Second-degree misdemeanor with a sentence of up to 60 days in jail.
• Property Value Up to $300
  First-degree misdemeanor and sentence of up to one year in jail.
• Property Value Up to $20,000
  Third-degree felony with a sentence of up to five years in prison. This is also true for theft of a firearm, motor vehicle, or commercial animal.
• Property Value of $3,000 with Over Two People Involved
  Second-degree felony with a sentence of up to 15 years in prison.
• Property Value Between $20-100,000
  Second-degree felony with a sentence of up to 15 years in prison.
• Property Value Over $100,000
  First-degree felony with a sentence of up to 30 years in prison.
• Grand Theft with a Motor Vehicle Causing Over $1,000 in Damage
  First-degree felony with a sentence of up to 30 years in prison.

Call Miami’s Trusted Theft Attorneys

Don’t gamble with your liberty. Trust a Miami theft defense attorney from the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden to aggressively make your case and defend your name in court.

Call for your consultation with an experienced Miami attorney today at (786) 353-4202.