Illinois theft Criminal defense Attorney

Theft is an umbrella term in Illinois that can refer to a number of different crimes; however, theft broadly refers to when a person knowingly obtains unauthorized control of another person’s property generally. Theft in Will County is charged when someone’s property is taken through deception, by using threats, or when possession of known stolen property occurs. Under this definition, theft could refer to the taking of something small and petty or property worth thousands of dollars.

Some of the most common types of theft include the following:

• Retail theft
• Auto theft
• Burglary
• Online theft
• Identity theft, and more.

The penalties for theft are determined by the value of the property taken and can range from a Class A misdemeanor offense to a Class X felony. The penalties can also be elevated depending on where the theft occurred, such as at a school or place of worship, and who it was taken from, like an elderly person or government entity. The punishment for theft crimes can include the following:

• Class A Misdemeanor
  up to 1 year in jail, and up to $2,500 in fines
• Class 4 Felony
  1 to 3 years in jail, and up to $25,000 in fines
• Class 3 Felony
  2 to 5 years in jail, and up to $25,000 in fines
• Class 2 Felony
  3 to 7 years in jail, and up to $25,000 in fines
• Class 1 Felony
  4 to 15 years in jail and up to $25,000 in fines
• Class X felony
  6 to 30 years in jail, and up to $25,000 in fines

  Given the wide range of possible jail terms and fines, it is critical that you have only the most experienced Will County defense attorney representing your case. An expert in Will County criminal defense will be able to critically review your case, find the weak points of the prosecution, and zealously advocate for you in court. Our Joliet attorneys will be there for you from the moment of arrest, during arraignment, and through your trial defending and protecting your rights as the accused.