Defending yourself against accusations of THEFT is a nearly impossible burden without the help of a highly skilled and experienced theft attorney.
The theft lawyers at Fiumara & Milligan Law, PC understand what you are facing and feeling! You can make it through this–you just need a little help. Below we go through just a few of the defense strategies that we have employed that have allowed many of our clients to win their cases.
Punishment for Theft Crimes in California
An experienced theft defense attorney can do a great deal for you in the stages before a trial. The reason is the penalties you face for theft charges depend a lot on the prosecutor or the DA handling the case. A criminal defense attorney can attempt to have the prosecutor DISMISS or REDUCE the charges.
For instance, if you face accusations of grand theft under California Penal Code section 487, you are accused of stealing items worth more than $950. Grand theft is a “wobbler” offense, meaning the prosecutor can charge you with a misdemeanor or a felony.
If you are convicted of a misdemeanor, you face up to one year in county jail and a $1,000 fine. A felony conviction can result in a sentence between 16 months and three years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
In many cases, we have been able to have our clients’ felony grand theft matters either DISMISSED or REDUCED to a misdemeanor with NO jail time having to be served.
How is Theft Crimes Prosecuted in California?
If your case goes to trial, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you committed the crime. To do this, they have to prove all elements of the crime. If they cannot meet this burden of proof, then the charges against you will likely be dismissed or you will be acquitted.
Call a Northern California Theft Attorney at Fiumara & Milligan Law, PC
The bottom line is that when you have an experienced criminal defense law firm fighting for you in your corner you can relax and be assured of your continued freedom.
That is why you need to speak with an experienced and highly skilled theft attorney right away from Fiumara & Milligan Law, PC if you are accused of theft or any theft related crime.
At Fiumara & Milligan Law PC, our skilled attorneys have been successfully defending our clients accused of theft for almost 25 years. We know the best legal defenses and strategies to help you obtain the best possible result in your case.
With offices located in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County and San Rafael in Marin County there is an experienced Fiumara & Milligan Law, PC criminal defense attorney available to help you no matter where you work or live.
Call us today at 707-571-8600 OR 415-492-4507 for a free phone consultation. We will be there when you call and will FIGHT for your freedom!
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