In order to prove you guilty of theft, the State must show you possessed somebody else’s property and you intended to possess it without his/her permission. Proving possession requires an analysis of whether the evidence found to prove possession was lawfully obtained. Additionally, proving you intended to possess property without the owner’s permission is difficult, as your possession may be accidental.

Hiring aggressive Minnesota criminal lawyer to fight a theft charge is important, as a theft conviction may bar you from future employment. A Minnesota criminal defense attorney can use specific defense strategies to help ensure you are treated fairly and justice prevails. When your liberty and future earnings are on the line, don’t take a chance with your defense. Hire the right defense attorney who understands the system and isn’t afraid to fight for your rights.

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Minnesota Statue §609.52 discusses the actions that constitute and consequences for theft. This is available for anybody to read here. According to the statute, there are 18 different acts that constitute theft.