In the state of Florida, theft crimes divide into two main categories: grand theft and petit theft. The distinguishing factor between these two types largely depends on the value of the property taken without permission or intent to deprive the owner of its use or...
Petit Theft
Petit Theft
Petit theft is typically a misdemeanor theft charge in the State of Florida. A second degree petit theft means the value of the items taken were less than 100 dollars whereas a first degree petit theft means the value is 100-299 dollars. Or you...
Theft by employee, a matter of miscommunication?
You trust them like a family member. When your most trusted employee steals from you it shakes your confidence and makes you wonder who that person really was all along. But what if there is more to the story? I've heard all kinds of cases involving office managers...
Should Petit Theft Be Punished To The Fullest Extent?
Since our earliest childhood memory, we have had it embedded into our skills that we should not steal. And yet, in some form or another, we have all stolen something of value at least once in our life. Is "petit theft" in our blood?At what point do we stop...
Orlando Petit Theft
Petit Theft is a serious charge and if you have been arrested for it you need legal assistance right away. In Orange County (Orlando) Judges will routinely give jail time for these charges even on a first offense. It is considered a crime of dishonestly and if you are...