Theft is taking something that doesn’t belong to you with the intention of never giving it back and is a commonly charged with Second Degree Burglary, which is illegally entering or staying in a building with the intent of committing another crime. A couple was recently arrested for Second Degree Burglary and Theft for breaking into and stealing items from a boutique in Greeley. The Greeley police easily spotted the woman after the crime was reported because a blue wig was taken, and she was wearing it. When they made contact with her, it was noted that she was wearing jewelry that matched the description of items taken from the boutique. They arrested the woman and her boyfriend, who was with her, for Theft and Second Degree Burglary.
Weld County Theft Attorney: Definition of Wig and Jewelry Theft
The Weld, Morgan, and Logan County, Colorado law definition of Theft – C.R.S. 18-4-401(1)(a) – is:
(a) Intends to deprive the other person permanently of the use or benefit of the thing of value;
Basically because the couple took the items from the store without paying for them, and never intended to give it back (proven by the fact they sold some of the jewelry), they were charged with this crime. Theft can be a petty offense, misdemeanor, or felony depending on t value of the items taken.
Greeley Second Degree Burglary Lawyer: Definition of 2nd Degree Burglary
The Greeley, Erie, and Evans, Colorado law definition of Second Degree Burglary – C.R.S. 18-4-203 – is:
As a class 4 felony, 2nd Degree Burglary is punishable by 2 to 6 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections and up to $500,000 in fines.
If you or someone you love has been charged with Second Degree Burglary or Theft, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the best criminal defense attorneys from the O’Malley Law Office at 970-616-6009 today. Together, we can protect your future.
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