Oregon law allows the State to prove Theft in different ways to include taking lost or mislaid property, extortion, theft by receiving, and in other ways defined by the Oregon Revised Statutes. The law likewise permits the State to show different degrees of theft based on the method of theft and damages caused.
The method of theft and the monetary value at issue in your case will determine the severity of the charges, the maximum possible punishment, the presumptive sentence, and available defenses. An experienced criminal defense attorney can help you best navigate these factors towards the best possible outcome for your case.
