Van Nuys Theft Crimes Lawyer
Theft Crimes Defense in Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley, California
Theft crimes refer to criminal activity in which a person takes, uses, or steals another person’s property without permission. There are many different crimes that fit this definition, such as:
- Shoplifting
- Robbery
- Burglary
- Larceny
- Forgery
- Embezzlement
- Auto theft/carjacking
- Receiving stolen property
Although a large majority of theft cases involve these types of crimes, more and more theft crimes involve the unlawful taking of another person’s identity, as is the case in credit card theft, identity theft, and various fraud crimes. Not only do these crimes violate the victim’s privacy and sense of security, but they can also ruin the victim’s life for many years to come.
Penalties for Theft Crimes
If you have committed a theft crime, you can expect to face rigorous criminal prosecution. Prosecutors feel very strongly about holding people who commit theft crimes accountable for their actions, and will do whatever is necessary to ensure you are found guilty of the charges. If convicted, you could be sentenced to time in jail or prison, mandatory counseling, probation or parole, large fines, restitution to the victim, and more. When faced with theft charges, do not leave yourself vulnerable to the prosecution. Protect your rights and freedom by contacting an experienced Los Angeles theft crimes attorney right away.
Related Theft Crime Stories in the News:
U.S. Department of Justice - "LA Hospital Exec Sentenced in Skid Row Health Care Fraud"
The former co-owner of City of Angels Medical Center was sentenced to 37 months in federal prison for paying illegal kickbacks for referrals of patients who were recruited from Los Angeles’ skid row. He pleaded guilty in to conspiracy to commit health care fraud, money laundering, and tax evasion.
U.S. Department of Justice - "Los Angeles Immigration Attorney Convicted of Bribery"
An attorney with United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was found guilty of federal corruption-related charges for taking a series of bribes from immigrants who were seeking documentation to remain in the United States. He was found guilty of conspiracy, bribery, obstruction of justice, fraud, aggravated identity theft, making false statements and tax evasion.
NBC Los Angeles - "Task Force Busts Credit Card Skimming Ring in San Fernando Valley"
Police investigators have broken up an organized crime ring of credit card skimmers who stole from tens of thousands of credit card holders all over California. The scheme affected more than 40,000 victims at more than 60 gas stations in the San Fernando Valley, and resulted in losses of roughly $4.5 million. Police are calling it one of the biggest busts of an identity theft ring in Southern California history.
Contact a Los Angeles Theft Crimes Attorney at Goldstein Law Group
At Goldstein Law Group, we have been defending people in the Los Angeles and Southern California region for more than 46 years, and have more than enough experience and skill to properly defend people against even the most serious theft crimes charges. We understand what our clients are up against during the legal process, as well as what the future holds for them if they are found guilty. This only motivates us to work even harder for our clients, and take whatever measures are necessary to protect them from criminal conviction. We never give up on a client’s case, and will continue to aggressively fight the charges brought against our clients until the case has be resolved in the best possible outcome!
Contact a Los Angeles theft crimes lawyer at Goldstein Law Group to learn how we can help you fight your charges!
Goldstein Law Group defends clients facing all types of state and federal theft crimes including: bank fraud, bankruptcy fraud, blackmail, bribery, burglary, check fraud, commercial burglary, computer fraud, conspiracy, counterfeiting, credit card fraud, embezzlement, extortion, forgery, fraud, fraud crimes, grand theft, grand theft auto, healthcare fraud, identity fraud, mail fraud, medicare fraud, money laundering, mortgage fraud, pension fraud, petty theft, petty theft with prior, pyramid schemes, racketeering, real estate fraud, residential burglary, shoplifting, tax evasion, theft, theft crimes, white collar crimes, wire fraud, workers' compensation fraud.