Theft Case Results in Denton, TX

Charge

Theft of Service

Location

Denton County, Flower Mound Municipal Court

Allegations

After a late-night incident, the client received a municipal citation for Theft of Service based on an allegation they failed to pay for a service. We obtained the municipal file and scrutinized the statements and documentation supporting the complaint. Our strategy focused on whether the state could prove a knowing intent to avoid payment and whether the account of events was reliable. We pressed those issues in negotiations and made clear we were ready to litigate. The prosecutor dismissed the Theft of Service case.

Charge

Theft of Property (Class B Misdemeanor)

Location

Denton County, County Criminal Court #5

Allegations

An out-of-state background check alerted our client to a warrant on a past misdemeanor theft. The allegation stemmed from work at a towing service, where the client took a laptop from a vehicle believed abandoned without getting explicit permission. We investigated the context, gathered information about workplace practices, and built mitigation. We coordinated a planned surrender and bond to minimize time in custody, had the client complete a theft class, and arranged restitution. With that package, we negotiated deferred probation.

Charge

Theft - Class B Misdemeanor

Location

Denton County, County Criminal Court #5

Allegations

While living out of state, the client learned through a job background check that a misdemeanor theft case was pending. The allegation stemmed from taking a laptop from a vehicle at a tow yard, where the client believed abandoned property could be removed with permission but admits they did not ask. We obtained the file, reviewed surveillance and reports, and highlighted the client’s clean record. To show accountability, we guided the client to start a theft awareness course. We coordinated with the court to address the warrant and minimize travel. Negotiations resulted in deferred probation.