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What to Do If You Get Arrested For Shoplifting in Houston during the Holiday Season

December 5, 2019

Arrested For Shoplifting in Houston during the Holiday Season

Product loss due to theft costs Houston business owners millions each holiday season. To reduce their risks, they hire extra security staff and install additional surveillance technology. Because of that, the odds of being accused and arrested for shoplifting in Houston increase greatly during the holidays. Whether you’re innocent or guilty, being arrested and charged […]

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Is Retail/Return Fraud a Crime in Houston?

April 4, 2019

Is Retail/Return Fraud a Crime in Houston?

Returning an item under the false pretense that it was lawfully purchased in an attempt to receive cash or store credit is a crime known as retail/return fraud. In Texas, this is considered to be a form of theft. Common types of retail/return fraud include: “Return” of stolen merchandise for cash or store credit Employees […]

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Shoplifting Prevention Technology Mistakes

December 28, 2018

Shoplifting Prevention Technology Mistakes Houston Texas

Shoplifting causes shrink for companies that is difficult to contend with financially. According to the National Retail Security Survey, U.S. retailers lost an estimated $46.8 billion to theft in 2017 alone. Businesses are increasingly using theft prevention technology to boost profits. Some of these new shoplifting prevention technologies use computers, software and machines to detect […]

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What To Expect From A Theft Case

July 19, 2017

Grand Theft Auto Charges in Houston

From the report of a crime to the final appeal, find out what you can expect from the process of a theft case. Reporting of the Theft Theft is often reported by the victim, or what is commonly called the “complaining witness” or “complainant.” The complaining witness can be an individual or a business, depending on the […]

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Can Social Media Posts Be Used Against You In A Shoplifting Case?

February 22, 2017

social media posts shoplifting case

In the age of Facebook and Twitter, a common question that criminal defense attorneys hear is, “Can social media posts be used against you in a shoplifting case?” The short answer is yes. Be careful what you post on a social media site, particularly if you’ve been charged with a criminal offense. Nearly everything you […]

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How Do Prior Convictions Affect Houston Theft Cases?

February 9, 2017

Prior Convictions Theft Houston

If you have been charged with theft in Houston, few things can have a bigger impact on the severity of your sentence than having a prior conviction on your record. How do prior convictions affect Houston theft cases? Having a felony or misdemeanor conviction in Texas can make it difficult to secure a loan, get […]

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Grand Theft Auto Charges in Houston

October 26, 2016

Grand Theft Auto Charges in Houston

Grand theft auto charges in Houston carry serious penalties if convicted. If you’ve been charged with this offense, it’s important to understand what the law says, what the possible consequences are, and what you can do about it. Grand Theft Auto Laws There is not a specific law addressing grand theft auto in Texas, so […]

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Grading Theft Offenses in Texas

August 16, 2016

Grading Theft Offenses in Texas

In Texas, the crime of theft is committed when a person takes anything that does not belong to them without consent or legal justification, while having no intentions at the time of the offense to return the property to its owner. However, the severity of the theft charge depends on the theft committed. Grading theft […]

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What Role Does Fingerprint Evidence in Theft Cases?

April 7, 2016

Fingerprint Evidence in Theft Cases

Physical evidence items in a theft case are the real, physical objects that are collected and introduced as evidence if the case goes to court. Any item that might be important to the case can be collected and documented as physical evidence. From personal clothing to the objects taken, physical evidence is an important piece […]

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