Theft, C.R.S. 18-4-401, is charged in Fort Collins, CO when a person knowingly takes an item of value without authorization from another person. Recently, a painting of George Washington – which dates back to the 19th century – was stolen from a Colorado storage unit. The suspect has not yet been found, and law enforcement is still seeking the public’s help. If the suspect were apprehended, it is possible that they would be charged with felony Theft, given that the painting is so valuable that it is almost priceless. If you have been charged with Theft, don’t wait, and contact a top criminal defense lawyer today to represent you at the Larimer County Courts.
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Blog Navigation: 1. Colorado’s Law on Theft, C.R.S. 18-4-401, at the Larimer County Courts 2. How is Theft Different from Robbery, C.R.S. 18-4-301 in Fort Collins? |
1. Colorado’s Law on Theft, C.R.S. 18-4-401, at the Larimer County Courts
The Larimer County Courts recognize Colorado’s law on Theft, C.R.S. 18-4-401, as follows:
(a) Intends to deprive the other person permanently of the use or benefit of the thing of value; (b) Knowingly uses, conceals, or abandons the thing of value in such manner as to deprive the other person permanently of its use or benefit; or (c) Uses, conceals, or abandons the thing of value intending that such use, concealment, or abandonment will deprive the other person permanently of its use or benefit…
2. How is Theft Different from Robbery, C.R.S. 18-4-301 in Fort Collins?
Robbery, C.R.S. 18-4-301, is similar to Theft in Fort Collins. The difference is how the item was taken from the victim. Robbery is charged when a person uses force, threats, or intimidation to take the item from a person or from the presence of another person. For example, accosting another person while in Old Town and demanding that they give up their money or suffer serious injury will result in Robbery charges.
Theft does not involve taking items from the presence of another person, and can be accomplished with threat or deception, but not force or intimidation. Theft would instead be charged if you were at a restaurant in Old Town and you swiped some money off another table left behind as a server’s tip.
3. Penalties for Theft in Loveland and Estes Park
In Loveland and Estes Park, Theft is charged based on the value of the stolen item. The table below outlines different penalties for an act of Theft:
Classification |
Value of Item |
Penalties |
| Petty offense | Less than $300 |
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| Misdemeanor | $300 – $1,999 |
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| Felony | $2,000+ |
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Don’t wait to contact a top criminal defense lawyer to represent you if you have been charged with Theft. Call us today to discuss your case and to retain the representation you need to protect your future.
Have you been charged with Theft? Never talk to the Fort Collins Police or Larimer County Sheriff – instead, be smart, and exercise your right to stay silent. Then call 970-658-0007 to discuss your case with a top criminal defense lawyer from the O’Malley Law Office today. Together, we can protect your future.
The location for the Larimer County Courthouse is 201 Laporte Avenue, Fort Collins, Colorado. We’ll see you there!
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