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When you think of theft penalties, what do you think of?

Jail time? Fines? Paying the business or property owners back for the things that were stolen? It depends on the type of theft charge you face.

But while all of the above penalties may be assigned in court, consequences do not end with a judge’s gavel. In Colorado, a theft charge or conviction can cost you your job and opportunities for future employment.

No one is safe from these [...]

Compared to a lot of other crimes, theft doesn’t really seem that bad. After all, you’re not physically harming or killing anyone. And in the case of something like stealing and using another person’s credit card, most likely the victim won’t even suffer financially because the credit card company will notice the unusual activity and close the account.

No big deal, right?

But it is a big deal, and if you are charged with theft, you’ll learn just how big [...]

Have you been charged with theft in the greater Denver area? Theft in Colorado is a very serious crime, one that can result in prison or jail time, probation, fines, restitution, community service, or even house arrest depending on the circumstances surrounding the incident.

In particular, the actual sentence you face will vary based on the value of what was allegedly stolen:

• Under $50 – results in a petty offense (up to 6 months, plus fines)
• $50 to $300 –