There are multiple types of theft crimes under the Georgia Code. In Georgia, the most popular theft crime that exists today is Theft by shoplifting.
Under Georgia Law, A person commits the offense of theft by shoplifting when he, with the intent of appropriating merchandise to his own use without paying for the same or to deprive the owner of possession thereof or of the value thereof, in whole or in part, does any of the following:
In Georgia, burglary is broken down into two categories: burglary in the first degree and burglary in the second degree. Burglary in the first degree.
A person commits the offense of burglary in the first degree when, without authority and with the intent to commit a felony, he or she enters or remains within any building, vehicle, railroad car, watercraft, aircraft, or other structure designed for use as the home of another.
Burglary in the second degree occurs when, without authority and with the intent to commit a felony, he or she enters or remains within a building, structure, vehicle, railroad car, watercraft, or aircraft.
The main difference between a first degree and second-degree charge of burglary is that in order for a first-degree offense to occur the structure or building that is broken into must be used as a dwelling or as a person's home.
There are three main defenses to defeating a theft charge in Georgia. Typically, a person who successfully defeats a theft charge will show that he or she either:
A conviction of a theft crime in Georgia will most definitely hurt that person chances of getting a decent job, especially a job that involves the use of money. If you or a loved one is facing an Atlanta theft crime charge, it is important that you hire a lawyer that will fight for your rights. Attorney Gil will do everything in its power to ensure that you or your loved one receives a favorable resolution.
