Baltimore Theft Crime Attorneys

Aggressive Defense After an Arrest or Accusation

At Scheuerman Law, LLC, we provide thorough legal guidance in a range of theft-related offenses. Regardless of the value of the property that was allegedly taken, our Baltimore theft crime lawyers offer sound advice and knowledgeable legal guidance to help protect your freedom and your reputation.

At our firm, we have the experience representing all of the following theft crimes, and more:

• Misdemeanor shoplifting
• Felony theft
• Theft committed by a minor
• Burglary
• Robbery

Call us today at (410) 630-4274 if you’ve been arrested or accused for a theft crime.

Misdemeanor vs. Felony Theft Crimes

In the state of Maryland, potential penalties are punished according to the amount of the property that was taken. Therefore, anything equaling $1,000 or more can be charged as a felony offense.

Penalties for a felony theft conviction include:

• Up to 10 years in prison and a fine of $10,000 for property values up to $10,000
• Up to 15 years in prison and a $15,000 fine for property between $10,000 and $100,000
• Up to 25 years and a $25,000 fine for property valued at more than $100,000

Misdemeanors, on the other hand, carry shorter prison sentences and smaller fines, but your freedom and your hard-earned money are still on the line. If you are found guilty without prior convictions on your record, you can face up to 18 months in prison. If, however, you have a prior record, you can face up to 5 years in prison, even for property valued at less than $1,000.