Arizona Theft Attorneys

In Arizona, theft is generally governed by Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 13-1802 et seq. The specific statute applicable to theft is A.R.S. § 13-1802, which defines theft as knowingly controlling, converting, or taking someone else’s property with the intent to deprive them of it.

The severity of theft charges in Arizona is often determined by the value of the stolen property. Arizona classifies theft into different categories:

• Petty Theft (Class 1 Misdemeanor): If the value of the stolen property is less than $1,000, it is considered petty theft. A conviction for petty theft can result in penalties such as fines, probation, and up to 6 months in jail.
• Class 6 Felony Theft: If the value of the stolen property is between $1,000 and $2,000, it is considered a Class 6 felony. Conviction for a Class 6 felony may result in more severe penalties, including imprisonment for up to 1.5 years.
• Class 5 Felony Theft: If the value of the stolen property is between $2,000 and $3,000, it is considered a Class 5 felony. A conviction for Class 5 felony theft may lead to imprisonment for up to 2 years.
• Class 4 Felony Theft: Theft of property valued between $3,000 and $4,000 is classified as a Class 4 felony. The penalties for a Class 4 felony may include imprisonment for up to 2.5 years.

The penalties mentioned above are general guidelines, and the actual sentence can be influenced by factors such as the defendant’s criminal history, cooperation with law enforcement, and the circumstances surrounding the theft.

Additionally, Arizona law provides for enhanced penalties for certain types of theft, such as theft of a firearm, theft involving a vulnerable adult, or theft committed in association with a criminal street gang.

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