Houston Theft Defense Attorney

In criminal law, theft is the illegal taking of another's property without that person's consent.  Theft includes burglary, embezzlement, larceny, robbery, shoplifting, looting, and fraud. Theft is a serious criminal offense and, as such, requires the services of a skilled Houston criminal defense attorney. If you or someone you know has been charged with theft, Houston theft defense lawyer Gary S. Miller may be able to help you. Mr. Miller serves clients in the greater Houston area, as well as in Harris County, Montgomery County, Fort Bend County, and Galveston County.

Consequences of Theft Crimes

Depending on the circumstances, if you are convicted of theft, the consequences can have serious effects on your life besides jail time. You may be unable to rent an apartment or obtain gainful employment.  Shoplifting and theft are often considered crimes of moral turpitude, which means they are acts of depravity by a person against his fellow man. Conviction of a crime of moral turpitude may cause an alien to be deported, may disqualify you for employment, and may cause your honest name and trustworthiness to be lost forever. Engaging Houston theft defense attorney Gary S. Miller immediately is important to begin building your defense against these charges.

Types of Theft

There are many types of theft. Besides the ones listed above, there is forgery, internet and website fraud, check theft, identity theft, and employment theft. Burglary can consist of burglary of a building, where a person enters a building that is not open to the public without the owner's consent with the intent to commit a felony, theft or assault. Burglary of a habitation consists of a person entering someone's home without their consent who has the intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault. Theft by check consists of a person obtaining services or property by issuing a check which has no bank funds to cover it.

Whatever type of theft you have been charged with, it is essential to have an attorney who focuses on criminal defense and has successfully defended such cases. Houston theft defense lawyer Gary S. Miller can provide the knowledge, skill, and track record you need to construct a strong legal defense.

Contact the office today  to arrange your consultation with Houston criminal defense attorney Gary S. Miller to discuss your charges!