what is the maximum penalty i can receive for theft of service?
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what is the maximum penalty i can receive for theft of service?
I have a theft of service charge $20-$500. i have a court date tomorrow and i want to resolve this situation since i am moving to florida next week.
Asked on April 27, 2009 under Criminal Law, Texas
Answers:
N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
If the value of theft is between $50-499, then it is a Class B Misdemeanor. The punishment includes (1) a fine of up to $2,000, (2) jail time of up to 180 days, or (3) both fine and jail.
If the value of theft is $500 or more, then it is a Class A Misdemeanor. The punishment includes (1) a fine of up to $4,000, (2) jail time of up to 1 year, or (3) both fine and jail.
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