If you are charged with theft in Rhode Island

Theft in Rhode Island

Theft is a crime that can occur in different ways, however, it is most commonly defined as deceitfully or forcefully claiming ownership over property that you know does not legally belong to you.

Common stolen property includes items like currency, vehicles, art, jewelry, music, and pharmaceutical drugs.

Being arrested for theft is a serious crime and can include prison time and fines based upon the severity of the theft.

Once you are reported to the authorities as having been involved in a theft, a warrant for your arrest will be issued and you will be picked up by the authorities. This may include the police showing up at your home, and even your workplace.

It is important for anyone charged with theft to familiarize themselves with the laws in their state, and contact a criminal defense attorney immediately.


Sentences for theft in the State of Rhode Island depends upon the value of the amount stolen and whether or not the crime included violence toward another person. In some cases, even the location of the theft matters and will play a direct role in your charges. For example, if you commit theft on school property, a place of worship, or a government facility, it may increase a misdemeanor charge to a felony.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you have questions about this posting or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce, or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer John E. MacDonald at 401-421-1440.

To learn more about The Law Office of John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.