Types of Property Crime in North Carolina

In 2019, there were an estimated 6.8 million property crime offenses committed across the country, according to the FBI. Nearly 250,000 of those property crimes took place in North Carolina.

In North Carolina, property crimes are classified as crimes against material things other people own.

What Are The Types Of Property Crimes In North Carolina?

North Carolina classifies their property crimes in a few main categories:

  • Larceny
  • Burglary
  • Motor vehicle theft
  • Robbery
  • Arson

Property crimes are not limited to these categories, but they are the most common type.

Larceny is the theft of personal property, such as a bicycle, wallet, iPhone, computer, or other personal items. Depending on the value of the stolen item, the charge will increase severity.

North Carolina classifies burglary as illegal entry into a building to commit a crime. So, in this case, the alleged offender would enter a home or office building with the plan to steal items.

As it sounds, motor vehicle theft is when someone’s car is stolen.

The law system classified a crime as a robbery when the alleged criminal uses force or the threat of force to take property.

Finally, arson is when someone sets a personal property on fire.

Other joint property crimes include embezzlement, credit card fraud, forgery, and financial transaction fraud.

What Should I Do If I’ve Been Charged With A Property Crime?

If you’ve been charged with a property crime, employing an experienced criminal defense lawyer can help your case. Depending on the value of the property you’re being accused of stealing, it could be considered a felony crime.

The Know Law Center’s legal team has vast experience working to help our clients receive reduced sentences, court settlements, and case dismissals.

Being arrested can alter the entire course of your life, so if you want the best possible outcome for your case, you must hire a property crimes lawyer in Charlotte who is willing to put the passion and energy into investigating every detail of the allegations made. We offer free consultations to all prospective clients so you can understand how we can help you.

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