Theft Enhancements – Second Degree Felony
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If you have been charged with a crime of theft in the second degree, it is important to know what exactly you have been charged with. There are many different levels of theft crimes, and many different qualifications. Florida Statute 812 defines theft as a crime that occurs when someone obtains or uses the property of another person, and has the intent to deprive that person of their property or the benefits of their property. To put it in layman’s terms, when you’re accused of taking anything of value from someone.
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Now, how do you know what level of theft has been committed? Florida Statutes outline the qualifications for theft in the second degree, otherwise meaning a second-degree felony theft crime. These qualifications are as follows:
- If the property stolen is valued at $20,000 or more, but less than $100,000
- The property stolen is cargo valued at less than $50,000 and has entered the stream of interstate or intrastate commerce
- The property stolen is emergency medical equipment, valued at $300 or more, that is taken from a facility, aircraft, or vehicle
- The property stolen is law enforcement equipment, valued at $300 or more, that is taken from an authorized emergency vehicle
If you are charged with a theft crime in the second degree and found guilty, you need to know the consequences that you will be facing. A conviction of this crime means a prison sentence of up to fifteen (15) years, and a fine of up to $10,000. If the value of the property is higher, you may be facing Theft Enhancements – First Degree Felony charges. Being convicted of a crime of this caliber will completely change your life. This is why you want someone on your side who is ready to fight for you. Attorney Matthew Thompson has years of experience, and has dealt with hundreds of theft cases. Having previously worked as a prosecutor, he brings knowledge to your case and the ability to prepare a defense crafted to your specific circumstances. Call our office today at (386) 280-4977 to schedule your free consultation with attorney Matthew Thompson.
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All Charges Reduced Aggravated Battery
Attorney Thompson conducted depositions on the alleged victim and third-party witness. Attorney Thompson was able to show that the victim was harassing the Defendant and was not being truthful to the police. Attorney Thompson filed Order to Show Cause against the third-party witness for avoiding subpoena for depositions.
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Charges Reduced, Guidelines Waived, No Probation Failure to Register as a Career Criminal
The Client was arrested out of State for a warrant for failure to register as a career criminal. This violated his probation out of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Attorney Thompson was able to track the Client’s addresses and discovered that his landlord at the time lied to his probation officer about his renting an apartment because the landlord was not zoned to allow tenants. The State agreed to a time-served sentence for the time he spent in custody being transported to Florida.
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Charges Reduced Domestic Battery
Attorney Thompson provided a letter outlining defenses in case. State reviewed letter and spoke to the witnesses and offered to reduce the charges to a non-violent disorderly conduct with no jail and no probation.
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All Charges Reduced Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
Client was accused of shooting a shotgun over the head of two minors. Attorney Thompson did a public records request to discover that officers reported to the scene of the crime the night of the incident and spoke to the victims on the evening the alleged crime occurred and believed the victims to be intoxicated and unreliable. Attorney Thompson conducted depositions of the officers and ultimately all charges were reduced to a misdemeanor and no incarceration.
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All Charges Dismissed Resisting an Officer Without Violence
The Client was attending a wedding and stayed in a hotel after the reception. Someone called the police regarding a noise complaint. When the police arrived, the Client would not allow the police to enter his hotel room. The police forced entry and arrested the Client for Resisting and Officer Without Violence. Attorney Thompson provided case law to the State that shows that the police officer did not have the right to enter the hotel room and arrest the Client.
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Penalties Reduced Grand Theft, Fleeing, Possession of a Fictitious Driver’s License
Attorney Matt Thompson, through depositions and litigation was able to show that officers did not act according to the warrant by picking up the client immediately upon sight. The charge of Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Law Enforcement, which carries a mandatory felony conviction, was dismissed by the State and the client was offered probation and no felony conviction.