Legal Question in Criminal Law in Kentucky

Theft by unlawful taking

I was charged with theft by unlawful taking when I was caught shoplifting a 7.00 lip gloss at a kroger store this is my 2nd offense of theft by unlawful taking, but my other charge was in a different county will I be charged for a 2nd offense of this and if I am what kind of charge will I be facing?


Asked on 1/08/07, 1:30 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Isaacs Isaacs Law Office

Re: Theft by unlawful taking

Theft by unlawful taking less than $300 (TBUT<$300) is a violation of KRS 514.030, a class A misdemeanor in Kentucky. This carries with it a fine of up to $500, up to a year of incarceration, and possible restitution.

The fact that this is your second offense could affect the outcome of plea negotiations and possible sentence.

It appears that you were charged with this in Fayette County. Please contact my office should you decide to schedule a consultation.

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Answered on 1/08/07, 10:08 pm


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