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Criminal Offenses

Bloomington, IL

Criminal Attorney

Theft

Definition of Theft Not Exceeding $300 In Value.  In Illinois, a person commits the offense of theft when he knowingly [(obtains) (exerts)] unauthorized control over property and [1] intends to deprive the owner permanently of the use or benefit of the property.  [or] [2] knowingly [ (uses) (conceal) (abandons) ] the property in such manner as to deprive the owner permanently of its use or benefit.  [or] [3] [(uses) (conceals) (abandons)] the property knowing that such [(use) (concealment) (abandonment) ] probably will deprive the owner permanently of such use or benefit.  13.01 Illinois Pattern Jury Instructions - Criminal 4th Edition

Issues In Theft Not Exceeding $300 In Value - To sustain the charge of theft, the State must prove the following propositions:  First Proposition:  That ______ was the owner of the property in question; and Second Proposition:  that the defendant knowingly [ (obtained) (exerted) ] unauthorized control over the property in question; and Third Proposition:  That the defendant intented to deprive the owner thereof permanently of the use or benefit of that property.  [or]  Third Proposition:  That the defendant knowingly [9used) (concealed) (abandoned) ] the property in question in such manner as to deprive the owner thereof permanently of the use or benefit of that property.  [or]  Third Proposition:  that the defendant [ (used) (concealed) (abandoned) ] the property in question knowing that such [ (use) (concealment) (abandonment) ] probably will deprive the owner thereof permanently of the use or benefit of that property.  13.02 - Illinois Pattern Jury Instructions - Criminal 4th Edition

Sentencing - Theft could be charged as a misdemeanor or as a felony depending on the circumstances.  For example, theft of property not from the person and not exceeding $300 in value is a Class A misdemeanor.  720 ILCS 5/16-1. (b) (1)   On the other hand, theft of property not from the person and not exceeding $300 in value is a Class 4 felony if the theft was  committed in a school or place of worship or if the theft was of governmental property.  720 ILCS 5/16-1. (b) (1.1)  Additionally, if the defendant had a prior conviction of theft, or a prior conviction of a similar theft-type offense, he could be charged with a Class 4 felony. 720 ILCS 5/16-1. (b) (2)

In all cases alleging theft, it is recommended that you seek professional legal assistance to protect your constitutional rights.  Attorney John G. Prior, Jr. has experience trying theft cases, can give legal advice, assist you with your case and ensure that your constitutional rights are protected.

If you or a loved one have been charged with theft that allegedly occurred within McLean County or within any other county in Central Illinois then contact The Prior Law Firm and schedule your free consultation.

 

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