Attempted Theft Charge Details

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Attempted theft in Illinois can be classified as a misdemeanor or felony based on factors like property value and prior history. Under 720 ILCS 5/8-4 (e), the punishment for attempted crimes escalates based on the class of the felony attempted. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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I need to seek advice for an attempted theft charge
**** there! Can you please share your location? Laws regarding attempted theft can vary by jurisdiction.
Illinois
Thank you for the information. In Illinois, attempted theft could be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances. Factors include:
- Value of the property
- Whether the property was taken from a person
- Prior criminal history
I'd recommend consulting with a local attorney for specific advice.
Can tou help me with a legal criminal code to understand it better
Sure, in Illinois, attempted theft falls under Criminal Attempt - * ILCS */*-*. It involves:
- Intent to commit a specific offense.
- Doing an act that constitutes a substantial step toward committing that offense.
Remember, each case is unique and interpretation may vary. Consult a local attorney for detailed advice.
Ok well the full code is * ilcs */*-* (e)
Sure, * ILCS */*-* (e) in Illinois law refers to the punishment for attempted crimes. It states that:
- Attempt of a Class X felony is a Class * felony.
- Attempt of a Class * felony is a Class * felony.
- Attempt of a Class * felony is a Class * felony, and so on.
Please consult a local attorney for further clarification.