San Antonio Embezzlement Defense Attorneys
Charged with Embezzlement in Texas? Call (210) 361-3113!
Embezzlement is a serious crime that involves the unlawful taking of the property of another individual or company. If convicted, you can face serious penalties that can affect your personal and professional life. At The Locke Law Group, our San Antonio embezzlement defense attorneys can help you fight your charges and protect your rights.
If you or someone you know has been charged with embezzlement, we urge you to call our firm as soon as possible. We can work with you to build a strong defense against your charges and help you seek the best possible outcome in your case.
Arrested? Contact us today at (210) 361-3113!
What Is Embezzlement?
Embezzlement is the unlawful taking of the property of another individual or company. It usually involves the misuse of funds or property that is entrusted to the defendant.
Embezzlement charges can involve the following:
- Theft of company property
- Theft of customer funds
- Theft of personal property
Embezzlement is a felony in Texas. If convicted, you can face penalties such as fines, probation, and/or prison time. You can also face a criminal record, which can affect your ability to find a job, get an education, and more.
How Does Texas Define Embezzlement?
According to Texas Penal Code §31.03, embezzlement is the fraudulent appropriation of property that belongs to another person or entity. It involves the unlawful taking of property that has been entrusted to the defendant.
Embezzlement can involve the following:
- Theft of company property
- Theft of customer funds
- Theft of personal property
Embezzlement is a felony in Texas. If convicted, you can face penalties such as fines, probation, and/or prison time. You can also face a criminal record, which can affect your ability to find a job, get an education, and more.
What Are the Penalties for Embezzlement in Texas?
The penalties for embezzlement in Texas depend on the value of the property that was stolen. If the value of the property is less than $100, the defendant could face a Class C misdemeanor charge. This is punishable by a fine of up to $500. If the value of the property is between $100 and $750, the defendant could face a Class B misdemeanor charge. This is punishable by a fine of up to $2,000 and/or up to 180 days in jail.
If the value of the property stolen is $750 or more, the defendant could face a state jail felony charge. This is punishable by a fine of up to $10,000 and/or up to two years in state jail.
If the defendant is a corporation and the value of the property stolen is $100,000 or more, the defendant could face a first-degree felony charge. This is punishable by a fine of up to $250,000 and/or up to life in prison.
How Our Firm Can Help
Our firm is made up of former prosecutors who are now defense attorneys. This allows us to fully understand the prosecution's side of the story. It also allows us to fully understand how to best defend against your charges. We can help you seek reduced charges, such as misdemeanor charges instead of felony charges, and we can help you seek reduced penalties.
Our attorneys are available to answer your questions and address your concerns. We will work with you to build a strong defense against your charges and help you seek the best possible outcome in your case.
If you have been charged with embezzlement, we urge you to contact us today at (210) 361-3113!
