Overview
Petit Theft/Retail Theft
Grand Theft/Grand Theft Auto
Robbery
Other Theft Crimes  

Overview

In Florida it is a crime to knowingly purchase or sell stolen goods or property. The crime of dealing in stolen property requires that a person either knowingly purchase or sell property they know to be stolen. This can include stolen cars, computers, merchandise, electronic or stereo equipment and even food, cigarettes, and alcohol.  If you are charged with dealing in stolen property, call a Kissimmee and Orlando dealing in stolen property attorney at Corzo & Kohrs for a free consultation.
 
F.S. 812.019(1) states that “any person who traffics in, or endeavors to traffic in, property that he or she knows or should know was stolen shall be guilty of a felony of the second degree, punishable as provided in F.S. 775.082, or s. 775.083.”
 
The crime of dealing in stolen property is most often charged as a violation of F.S. 812.019. There are two other Florida Statutes that cover specific types of dealing in stolen property.
 
812.0191  Dealing in property paid for in whole or in part by the Medicaid program.
812.0195  Dealing in stolen property by use of the Internet.

The material on this page is not intended to be legal advice. Florida law is continually changing therefore some of the provisions contained here may be out of date. It is always best to consult a Florida criminal defense lawyer about your legal rights and responsibilities regarding your particular case.

Consult With an Experienced Kissimmee and Orlando Criminal Defense Attorney

The facts of every theft case are different and if convicted you could face jail or prison time. Because of this and other complexities in handling these types of cases, it is vitally important that you obtain representation from an experienced Kissimmee and Orlando criminal defense lawyer experienced in defending, not prosecuting these types of crimes.
 
If you have been arrested and charged with petit theft, grand theft, robbery or any other theft related offense contact Kissimmee and Orlando criminal defense lawyer Will Corzo or Sam Kohrs. Call toll free 877-99CK-LAW for a free consultation and explanation of your rights.