THEFT & PROPERTY CRIMES

A theft conviction does damage that outlasts the sentence. Because theft is considered a crime of dishonesty, it can follow you onto every job and housing application for years. At Roeder Witt, we defend clients across Ellis County and Waxahachie against theft and property crimes, with the perspective of attorneys who've prosecuted these cases from the other side. 

Property crimes in Texas include theft, shoplifting, burglary, robbery, fraud, forgery, and credit or debit card abuse. The value of the property involved often determines whether you're charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, and a prior record can push a charge higher. Because that line is built on specific dollar thresholds and factual claims, it's frequently open to challenge. 

We look hard at the elements the state has to prove—including intent, which is often the weakest part of a theft case. We examine the value the state has assigned to the property, the reliability of any identification or surveillance, and whether your rights were respected during any search or arrest. Where the facts allow, we pursue dismissals, charge reductions, restitution arrangements, and diversion programs that can keep a conviction off your record entirely. 

Because we understand how prosecutors value these cases, we focus on outcomes that protect your long-term record and employability—not just the immediate disposition.

Contact Roeder Witt, PLLC for a confidential consultation.