Being charged with a theft crime can drastically affect an individual’s opportunities in life, and if you’ve been charged with any form of theft, you can depend on a Des Moines theft lawyer here at Herting Law, PLLC to effectively represent you through every step of the legal process ahead. Contact our firm today so we can get started.
Get Help TodayA theft crime conviction can impact a person for years, which is why it is so important that you do not put your trust in any attorney other than one who has significant experience handling theft crime cases. Our firm understands that people make mistakes, and we also understand that all too frequently, people are wrongfully charged with crimes. No matter your circumstances, we are here to help.
Iowa law defines theft as taking possession or control of another person’s property with the intent to permanently deprive the person of that property. There are a wide variety of crimes that fall into the category of theft, including shoplifting, robbery, certain white-collar crimes, and more.
As with most crimes, the consequences you may face upon conviction largely depend on the severity of the crime. In Iowa, there are five degrees of theft. The greater the dollar amount of property stolen, the harsher the penalties you will face. The consequences of theft charges in Iowa are as follows:
As you can see, the consequences of committing a theft crime in Iowa are very serious, and if you’ve been charged with a crime, the most important thing you can do is reach out to a Des Moines theft lawyer who has significant experience handling these cases. Contact Herting Law, PLLC today to learn more about how we can help guide you through every step of the legal process ahead.
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