THEFT DEFENSE
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Reggie & Njeri London
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Texas Bar verified. Reggie London (Texas Bar No. 24043514) and Njeri London (Texas Bar No. 24043266) are the co-founding partners of L and L Law Group, PLLC — based at 5899 Preston Rd, Suite 101 in Frisco, Texas (Collin County), with many 5-star Google reviews, and available 24/7 for criminal defense consultations.
Quick Answer
Bottom line up front: Texas theft is value-tiered (Class C under
00, up to 1st-degree felony over $300,000) under Penal Code § 31.03. Aggregation under § 31.09 combines multiple thefts; effective-consent and honest-mistake defenses apply. Pretrial diversion is available in many first-offense cases.Texas legal context
- Reggie London (Texas Bar No. 24043514) and Njeri London (Texas Bar No. 24043266), co-founding partners of L and L Law Group, appear personally on every robbery probation stay away from codefendants case. Office: 5899 Preston Rd, Suite 101, Frisco, Texas. Direct line: (972) 370-5060.
- Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 42A.054(a) lists offenses ineligible for judge-recommended probation ("3g offenses"). Where robbery probation stay away from codefendants touches this list, jury-recommended probation under § 42A.054(b) remains possible.
- For the canonical L and L Law Group reference framework on Texas criminal procedure, see the defense process Guidebook covering investigation, arrest, bond, trial, sentencing, appeals, and record-clearing.
- Texas statute of limitations under CCP Article 12.01 varies by offense. Most misdemeanors carry a 2-year limit; most felonies a 3-year limit; many sexual offenses against children have no limitation. SOL analysis applies to every robbery probation stay away from codefendants case touching older conduct.
- Texas criminal cases involving robbery probation stay away from codefendants require careful analysis of the specific facts, the controlling Texas Penal Code or Code of Criminal Procedure section, and the county prosecution practices. At L and L Law Group, our analysis begins with the indictment or information and walks back through the investigation.
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Key Legal Terms
- Theft Value Tiers
- Texas Penal Code § 31.03 classification by value: under $100 Class C; $100-$750 Class B; $750-$2,500 Class A; $2,500-$30,000 state jail felony; $30,000-$150,000 3rd-degree; $150,000-$300,000 2nd-degree; $300,000+ 1st-degree.
- Aggregation
- Texas Penal Code § 31.09 allows the State to combine multiple thefts pursuant to one "scheme or continuing course of conduct" into a single charge at aggregated value. Defending aggregation often breaks the alleged scheme into separate sub-felony incidents.
- Effective Consent
- Defense to Texas theft under Penal Code § 31.03(b)(1). Property taken with the owner's effective consent is not theft. Consent is "effective" unless induced by deception, coercion, or by one not lawfully empowered to give it (§ 31.01(3)).
Our Experience
In our practice defending Texas criminal cases, we have represented clients in Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant County criminal courts on the full Texas Penal Code and Health & Safety Code spectrum. Reggie's prosecutor background in Dallas County means we know the State's evidentiary playbook; Njeri's trial-trained motion practice anchors the suppression-driven defense work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the value of stolen property determined in Texas?
The State must prove fair market value at the time and place of the offense, beyond a reasonable doubt, under Penal Code § 31.08. Appraisal challenges, depreciation, and receipts for actual sale price are routine defense issues. Value tiers govern the offense classification under § 31.03(e).
What is aggregation in Texas theft cases?
Penal Code § 31.09 allows the State to combine multiple thefts pursuant to one "scheme or continuing course of conduct" into a single charge at the aggregated value. Defending against aggregation often means breaking the alleged scheme into separate incidents that fall below the felony threshold.
What is identity theft in Texas?
Penal Code § 32.51 (Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information) penalizes possession or use of another person's identifying information with intent to harm or defraud. 5 items: state jail felony. 10 items: 3rd-degree. 50 items: 2nd-degree. 50+ items or elderly victim: 1st-degree felony.
Can a shoplifting charge be dismissed in Texas?
Yes, in many cases. First-offense shoplifting (Class B or C misdemeanor) qualifies for pretrial diversion in Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant counties. Successful completion results in dismissal — and dismissal qualifies for expunction under CCP Chapter 55, removing the arrest from the record entirely.
What is the punishment for credit card abuse in Texas?
Penal Code § 32.31 makes credit/debit card abuse a state jail felony (180 days to 2 years state jail). The offense escalates to a 3rd-degree felony if the victim is elderly (65+) or if the defendant has a prior credit-card-abuse conviction. Restitution under CCP § 42.037 typically attaches.
References & Authoritative Sources
Last reviewed: 2026-05-13 by Njeri London and Reggie London, co-founding partners, L and L Law Group, PLLC. This content is reviewed for accuracy at least every 12 months and when statutory or case-law changes occur.
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About the Authors
Njeri London
Co-Founding Partner
Texas Bar No. 24043266. Admitted: TXND, TXED, 5th Circuit. Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Focus: Fourth Amendment motion practice, drug-crime defense, federal cases. Verify on Texas Bar
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Reggie London
Co-Founding Partner
Texas Bar No. 24043514. Former Dallas County Assistant District Attorney. Extensive felony trial experience including DWI dockets. Verify on Texas Bar
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