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Have you ever wondered what the differences are between stealing, robbery, and burglary? Many people may think they are the same thing, but that couldn't be more wrong. It's important to know how different they really are because the difference in intensity of the crime affects the severity of the punishments. Our criminal defense lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to let you know the differences between stealing, robbery, and burglary. If you find yourself needing a criminal defense lawyer in Camden County , contact Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231 for a free consultation today. Theft, Robbery, and Burglary - What are the Differences? The Crime of Theft In order for a crime to be considered theft, you must: Take the property of another without their consent. Have the intention of permanently keeping the owner from using or having possession of such property. Be acting against the owner's wishes. It isn't theft if you are b...

Many people think that burglary, robbery, and theft are all the same crime, but that isn’t the case. They are each slightly different from the other. Why does this matter? The answer is that they all are different crimes, which means if committed they could all lead to different punishments, one more severe than the other. Our experienced attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to put this confusion to rest and explain what burglary, robbery, and theft really are and what specifically makes these crimes different from one another.  Theft Theft is the most commonly committed crime between burglary, robbery, and theft. Theft is the taking of someone’s property without their consent and with no intention of returning that property to its rightful owner. There are 3 different points to consider when understanding theft: Property – Theft involves the taking of personal, tangible property from someone else. This means that you can’t consider it theft if you try to steal...

Regardless of whether or not you are found guilty, your life can turn upside down if you are charged with a crime. You could face months or even years of litigation, and (depending on the gravity of the crime in question) the consequences after dispositi on of your case could be severe. In order to promote the best possible outcome for your case, it is important to be proactive. Our criminal defense attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to help with this quick overview of the things you should do (and not do) if you are charged with a crime. Exercise Your Rights You have probably heard that you have the "right to remain silent," but are you familiar with the full extent of your Miranda Rights? Miranda Law ensures that every alleged criminal has the right to remain silent, the right to an attorney, and the right to have an attorney in the room with you as you are being questioned. The police often try to get you to provide information as soon as you are take...

If you are facing criminal charges, it is imperative that you contact one of our criminal defense attorneys in Camden County MO immediately. Criminal law is complex and involved, and representing yourself can be challenging, overwhelming, and risky. Regardless of whether or not you actually committed the crime in question, being found guilty can negatively impact your life for years to come. Here is a look at some of the consequences that may result from having a criminal record. Difficulty Getting Accepted Into Schools Schools have a moral and ethical responsibility to keep their students, faculty, and staff safe. On the applications for almost every university or college, applicants must list whether or not they have been convicted of a crime in the past. If the answer is yes, the applicants may experience greater difficulty getting accepted into the schools of their choice. These challenges pursuing higher education may, in turn, make it more difficult to find quality...