No matter how small the amount or product, petty theft in Oklahoma is a crime.
If you’ve been caught stealing in Muskogee, you may be charged with petit larceny, which is a misdemeanor offense.
If this applies to you, then contact an experienced Muskogee theft defense attorney today.
Defining Petit Larceny in Oklahoma
Larceny is defined as the taking of personal property by either fraud or stealth. The crime is classified as either “grand” or “petit.”
Grand larceny, usually a felony offense, is larceny committed in either of the following cases:
- When the property taken is of value exceeding Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00).
- When such property, although not of value exceeding Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), is taken from the person of another.
Larceny in other cases is petit larceny in Oklahoma.
Penalties for Petty Theft in Oklahoma
Anyone convicted of petty theft in Oklahoma will face a fine between $10 and $500 and up to six months in jail.
Low-cost Consultation: Muskogee Larceny Defense Lawyer
A conviction of petty theft can significantly alter one’s life.
If you or someone you know is faced with a petit larceny charge, contact an experienced Muskogee criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible to protect your legal rights.
Call Wirth Law Office – Muskogee today at 918-913-0725 or toll free at 1-888-447-7262 [Wirth Law].
