Bryan/College Station Theft Crimes Attorney
Personalized and Attentive Legal Advocacy from a Former Detective
If you are facing criminal charges for misdemeanor or felony theft in Texas, The Law Office of Donnie Andreski, P.C. is here to defend you. Attorney Andreski has 20 years of experience as a former police officer, including work as a detective, which has proven a unique advantage for his clients as he builds their defense strategies. You can expect attentive and detailed guidance as he examines all the angles of your case that the prosecutor might try to attack. He will also provide personalized, one-on-one representation, as you will have access to his personal cell phone number for around-the-clock support.
Schedule a free initial consultation with The Law Office of Donnie Andreski, P.C. for more information on how our Bryan/College Station theft crimes lawyer can defend you.
What Is Theft?
Under Texas law, a crime of theft is when a person unlawfully takes property with the intent to deprive the original owner of that property. Theft covers a range of offenses, including embezzlement, extortion, and swindling. The penalties for theft are based on the value of the property allegedly stolen and, in some cases, the type of property allegedly stolen.
Misdemeanor Theft Penalties in Texas
Misdemeanor theft involves the following:
- Class C misdemeanor – property stolen is less than $100; punishable by up to $500 in fines
- Class B misdemeanor – property is worth $100-$750 or a driver’s license or other ID; punishable by up to 180 days in prison or up to $2,000 in fines
- Class A misdemeanor – stolen property is worth $750-$2,500; punishable by up to 1 year in prison and up to $4,000 in fines
Texas Felony Theft
In other cases, such as property worth more than $2,500 or property stolen in specific circumstances (e.g., from an ATM, off a deceased individual, property stolen is a firearm), the theft offense will be charged as a felony, ranging from the State Jail Felony level to the first degree felony level.
Note that a theft offense may increase to the next penalty level (“enhanced penalties”) if the following are true:
- the stolen property was being overseen by a public servant or government contractor;
- the property owner was an elderly person aged 65 or older or a nonprofit organization;
- the stolen property was being overseen by a Medicare provider; or
- you allegedly caused the fire alarm to go off or prevented it from going off in the commission of the theft.
Why Choose The Law Office of Donnie Andreski?
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Available 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a WeekThis openness ensures timely communication, clear updates, and a strong sense of support throughout the legal journey.
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Direct Access to Attorneys From Start to FinishI am available at all times for my clients. I spend the time walking through every detail of each case and answering all questions.
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Extensive Experience as a Police Officer & DetectiveThis gives me the ability to look at a case and evaluate it from a perspective that most defense attornies don't have.
Effective Defense Strategies for Theft Charges in Bryan/College Station, TX
Theft accusations are best handled by an experienced Bryan/College Station theft defense attorney. Depending on the circumstances of your situation, you may have several defense options at your disposal, such as lack of intent or absence of bodily injury that warrants a robbery charge. The Law Office of Donnie Andreski, P.C. can take a detailed look at your case to determine your best plan of action. With years of detective experience under his belt, Attorney Andreski will know exactly what to look for to strengthen your defense before the prosecution.
Schedule a free consultation with The Law Office of Donnie Andreski, P.C. to get started on your defense immediately with our Bryan/College Station theft crimes attorney.
