Laguna Beach Theft Attorney

Have you been arrested, charged, or under investigation for a theft crime occurring in Laguna Beach? Retaining a reputable and experienced Laguna Beach theft attorney may be one of the most important decisions your make. The Law Offices of John D. Rogers has a proven history of successfully achieving noteworthy results for our clients. We have taken seemingly incontestable evidence and made jurors doubt the government’s case. Contact us today to schedule a free confidential consultation.

Overview of California Theft Crimes

Theft charges can severe penalties if convicted. The degree of punishment is largely dependent upon the amount purported taken. Moreover, in theft cases where the amount taken exceeds $950, ordinarily the prosecutor may elect to file misdemeanor or felony charges. However, the property amount or service is $950 or below, the offense level is usually a misdemeanor. Punishment is also measured upon a defendant’s planning and sophistication in carrying out the offense along with other offense aggravating characteristics. Our office represents clients accused of various theft crimes including:

• Burglary – Penal Code 459 PC
• Grand Theft – Penal Code 487(a) PC
• Petty Theft – Penal Code 484(a) PC
• Shoplifting – Penal Code 459.5 PC
• Embezzlement – Penal Code 503 PC
• Identity Theft – Penal Code 530.5 PC
• Receiving Stolen Property – Penal Code 496(a) PC
• Organized Retail Theft – Penal Code 490.4 PC

Defending Theft Charges in Laguna Beach

Theft offenses ordinarily require a subjective mental state that the government has a difficult burden of proving. Specifically, a defendant must harbor the specific intent to permanently deprive the rightful owner. Accordingly, mistake of fact, consent from the owner, accident, or your conduct was the product of misfortune are defenses you can assert against the government. Furthermore, a person may have a good-faith claim of right to the property. Our office of Laguna Beach theft lawyers will ensure that you receive the proper defense. You can ensure that we will leave no stone untouched and conduct the following in your case:

• Analyze all the facts and evidence the government’s intends to use against you
• Question all witnesses and search for witnesses law enforcement neglected
• Employ forensic accounts and other experts to trace money/financial transfers
• Examine any Constitutional technicalities – e.g., search issues or Miranda violations

Contact an Experienced Laguna Beach Theft Attorney

With the severe penalties that follow a theft crimes conviction, you need a respected and experienced Laguna Beach theft attorney in your corner. Contact the Law Offices of John D. Rogers today to schedule a free confidential consultation with no obligation to retain our office. Our defense lawyers will answer all your questions, instruct you on formulating your defense, and provide you with the law. Contact us today because early retention of a theft defense lawyer could mean the difference of serving jail time versus having the government’s case deflected before it reaches a courtroom.