Theft

Catalytic converter thefts have become increasingly common – and increasingly violent. In 2023, an off-duty Harris County deputy was fatally shot when he confronted the men who were allegedly stealing his truck’s catalytic converter. Last year, an actor best known for...

To many people, burglary is synonymous with theft. People often envision cat burglars as popularized in Hollywood films and television shows. However, burglary is often far more banal than it is glamorous. Burglary charges usually don't result from people using...

Theft involves the misappropriation of resources that belong to someone else. People can face theft charges over allegedly shoplifting from a retail establishment or taking personal property out of someone's home. To many people, theft allegations may seem relatively...

Organized retail crime (ORC), or organized retail theft, has become a growing problem throughout the country in recent years. States including Texas have taken steps to crack down on these thefts by enacting or strengthening laws and putting more resources into...

Burglary, theft, and robbery are crimes in all states, but get often used synonymously. While they all involve taking property, they all have distinguishing elements. A person in McKinney, Texas, can face different penalties based on the type of crime. Theft A theft...