Numerous different behaviors could leave to shoplifting allegations in Nebraska. When most people think of shoplifting, they picture a teenager sticking a pair of sunglasses in their pocket or hiding mascara inside their clothing. However, shoplifting can involve...
Theft
What are the different types of theft?
The legal definition of theft generally includes two elements: 1) taking someone else's property, 2) with the intent of not returning it. While this may seem straightforward, charges for theft vary depending on what type of property is in question and how much the...
Addressing theft charges in a job interview
Life after a criminal conviction requires tenacity, but the good news is that anyone has the power to overcome their past. One of the most important things they can do is to find employment. Preparing for a job interview and knowing that questions about a theft charge...
Does the value of property affect the theft charge?
If you face theft charges, the prosecutor will determine with which theft offense to charge you based on the value of the property you allegedly stole. The law grades theft offenses by value. According to the Nebraska Legislature, not only does the value of the...
Entering a plea bargain or contesting embezzlement charges
Employees charged with embezzlement may face serious penalties if convicted. Depending on the value of money or property an individual has purportedly taken from an employer, punishment may include a fine, jail time or supervised release. A 40-year-old Nebraska...
Theft encompasses several crimes
While many Omaha residents may think the unauthorized taking of another person's property is theft, the truth is that methods used and amounts taken change the nature of the crime to larceny or grand theft. The term theft is often used to describe a myriad of crimes...
What’s the difference between misdemeanor and felony theft?
People can face theft charges over all kinds of behavior, from shoplifting in a store to joyriding in someone else's vehicle. Although some people may think of theft as a relatively minor crime, it can have dramatic implications for its victims. It also undermines the...