We defend clients across the spectrum of theft offenses, from shoplifting and petty theft to grand larceny. We evaluate evidence, ownership claims, valuation, and intent to determine the strongest path forward.
Key defense strategies
- Demonstrate lack of intent or mistaken belief of ownership
- Challenge identification and witness reliability
- Dispute valuation thresholds establishing felony levels
- Negotiate diversion, restitution, or reduced charges where appropriate
In many lower-level theft cases, early negotiation and evidence review lead to favorable outcomes; for more serious allegations, we aggressively prepare for trial.