Understanding Theft Crimes in Indiana: How Blankenship Law Can Help
Sep 08 2025 15:00
Facing theft charges in Indiana can impact your freedom, reputation, and long‑term opportunities. Whether the allegation involves shoplifting, identity theft, burglary, or embezzlement, it’s essential to understand your rights and defense options. At Blankenship Law, Attorney Eric Blankenship draws on his years as a former Indiana prosecutor to fight back aggressively and protect your future.
1. What Constitutes Theft in Indiana?
Under Indiana law, theft covers a wide range of offenses: from petty theft and shoplifting to felony-level offenses like grand theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. These are classified based on:
- The value of the property involved.
- Whether force, deception, or breach of trust (e.g. embezzlement) was used.
Even relatively minor charges can carry serious consequences—including fines, probation, or jail time—depending on the circumstances.
2. Why Hiring a Former Prosecutor Matters
Eric Blankenship's background as a former deputy prosecuting attorney gives him unique insight into how the state builds its case:
- He understands common prosecutorial strategies and knows how to anticipate weaknesses.
- He challenges questionable evidence, investigates police procedures, and scrutinizes witness statements for inconsistencies.
That perspective often leads to negotiations for charge reductions or case dismissals when justified.
3. Defense Strategy: What We Do
At Blankenship Law, the theft-defense approach includes:
- Thorough case assessment: reviewing arrest reports, surveillance footage, witness interviews, and the circumstances of the alleged offense.
- Challenging weak evidence: fighting the admissibility of unlawfully obtained evidence or unreliable statements.
- Exploring legal defenses: such as mistaken identity, lack of intent, ownership disputes, or no dishonest intent.
- Negotiating strategically: aiming for reduced charges or penalties when the evidence supports compromise.
Protecting your rights starts from your first legal interaction. It’s critical not to speak to law enforcement without legal representation.
4. Why the Right Defense Matters
Convictions—particularly felonies—can have long-term consequences:
- Limitations on employment, housing, licenses, and firearm rights.
- Difficulty qualifying for loans or professional certifications.
Blankenship Law treats clients with compassion and respect. Their mission: every client has a story, and one mistake shouldn’t define the rest of your life.
5. Common Theft Scenarios We Handle
- Shoplifting or retail theft
- Burglary and home invasion
- Motor vehicle, tool, or equipment theft
- Embezzlement or fraud
- Theft by deception or false pretenses
6. How to Protect Yourself If Accused
- Remain calm and exercise your right to legal counsel.
- Don’t speak to law enforcement without an attorney present.
- Contact Blankenship Law immediately to preserve evidence and start building a defense.
- Ask about free consultations and discuss available defense options and potential outcomes.
Conclusion: Take Action, Protect Your Future
From misdemeanors to serious felony theft charges, Blankenship Law uses strategic, experience-based defense to challenge the prosecution and safeguard your life. With nearly two decades of trial experience, Attorney Eric Blankenship combines legal insight, personal attention, and aggressive advocacy to defend your rights.
If you’re facing theft allegations in Indiana, contact Blankenship Law today for a no‑obligation consultation. Your story deserves to be heard—and your future can still be secure.