Theft & Misappropriation Crimes in Oklahoma

If you’re facing an accusation of theft or any form of misappropriation in Oklahoma, the stakes are high. A conviction can bring steep fines, restitution, probation, and even prison—plus the long-term impact of a criminal record on employment, licensing, and security clearances. This page gives you a practical overview of the major theft-related categories in Oklahoma with links to focused pages for more information. For a confidential, free consultation, contact The Urbanic Law Firm.

What Counts as “Theft” in Oklahoma?

In everyday terms, “theft” (often charged as larceny) covers taking property without consent and with the intent to deprive. Oklahoma distinguishes between misdemeanor and felony levels largely by value and circumstances. Prosecutors may also stack related offenses like possession of stolen property, fraud, or conspiracy. Early legal help is crucial to challenge intent, valuation, ownership, and identification issues.

Theft/Larceny

Larceny focuses on unlawfully taking and carrying away someone else’s property. Threshold amounts and aggravating factors influence the charge level and punishment. Defenses often target mistaken identity, lack of intent, valuation disputes, or rightful ownership claims. If restitution and diversion are on the table, strategic timing and negotiation matter.

Receiving or Concealing Stolen Property

This charge targets possession, receipt, or concealment of items known—or that a reasonable person should have known—were stolen. The State will try to prove your knowledge through circumstances like price, condition, serial-number removal, or inconsistent stories. Strong defense work attacks those inferences and challenges how the property was found and seized.

Fraud Crimes & Bogus Checks

Fraud spans schemes that obtain money, property, or services by deception—credit, insurance, benefits, wire/online, contractor, or identity-driven. “Bogus checks” cases typically involve knowingly issuing checks with insufficient funds or closed accounts. Defenses may include lack of intent to defraud, bank error, repayment, or an honest dispute over goods/services.

Forgery

Forgery involves creating, altering, or using a false instrument (e.g., checks, titles, deeds) with intent to defraud. Prosecutors rely on expert comparisons, digital trails, and witness testimony. Defense strategies scrutinize the chain of custody, forensic methods, and whether the document could actually deceive or cause financial loss.

Embezzlement

Embezzlement is the unlawful appropriation of property entrusted to you—common in employment, nonprofit, or fiduciary settings. These cases turn on proving a “trust relationship,” intent, and unauthorized benefit. Paper trails are complex; we dissect accounting records, access logs, and internal controls to find errors, alternative explanations, or mitigation paths like restitution-focused resolutions.

Shoplifting

Retail theft allegations often rely on loss-prevention observations, camera angles, RFID alarms, and inventory systems. Mistakes happen—misscans at self-checkout, mixed merchandise, or distracted checkout errors. We contest the evidence, challenge the chain of custody on video, and work to limit collateral damage like civil demand letters or trespass notices.

Automobile Theft

Auto theft and related charges (tampering, VIN alterations, joyriding) can escalate quickly. The State may use surveillance footage, plate readers, or key-fob forensics. We probe identification, access, and possession timelines, and evaluate potential lesser-included offenses when intent to permanently deprive is not supported.

Unauthorized Use of a Credit or Debit Card

These cases often arise from alleged use without cardholder consent, skimming, or digital compromise. Evidence may be largely electronic—transaction logs, IP addresses, device IDs. We examine whether access was authorized, whether the cardholder withdrew consent, and whether records accurately tie you to each transaction.

Military & Charged With a Theft Crime

Service members face unique risks: duty status, command notification, and potential administrative or UCMJ actions. We understand security clearances, career impacts, and how civilian outcomes interact with military processes. Our goal is to protect both your case and your future opportunities.

Why Choose The Urbanic Law Firm

• Focused defense on Oklahoma theft, fraud, and misappropriation cases
• Evidence-driven strategy that scrutinizes valuation, intent, and identification
• Mitigation options including restitution, diversion, and sealing eligibility where applicable
• Clear communication and proactive case management

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If you’ve been charged with larceny, shoplifting, concealing stolen property, or any other criminal offense in Oklahoma, contact The Urbanic Law Firm today. Call 405-633-3420 or fill out our form.
Based in Oklahoma City and serving clients statewide.

This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Every case is unique; consult an attorney about your specific situation. Page last updated October 29, 2025. Consult the statutes listed above for the most up-to-date law.