Attorney Natalie Reich Provides Dedicated Criminal Defense for Theft Charges
The range of theft crimes varies from shoplifting to burglary, and the penalties vary with equal depth. If you are facing any criminal theft crime, you need the help of a dedicated, compassionate criminal defense attorney like Natalie Reich. Attorney Reich employs an aggressive, meticulous defense strategy, leaving no evidence unturned. She will work hard to guide you through the process while ensuring you have a solid defense against your charges.
Backed by unique experience as a former prosecutor, Attorney Reich utilizes her understanding of the prosecutorial strategic process to plan your defense strategy. Attorney Reich provides criminal defense in Riverside County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County, and Los Angeles. She answers your call 24/7, so you don’t have to wait for defense.
What Constitutes a Theft Crime?
Theft crimes vary in degrees of seriousness, from simple petty theft or shoplifting to burglary and grand theft. The amount of money or value of the property will determine if a theft is petty or grand, and in California, that distinction is placed below $950 for petty theft or above $950 for grand theft.
Theft crimes in California may include, but are not limited to:
- Burglary
- Credit card fraud
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Fraud
- Grand theft
- Identity theft
- Money laundering
- Petty theft
- Receiving stolen property
- Robbery
- Shoplifting
Conviction and Penalties for Theft Crime Charges in California
The penalties for theft convictions in California vary depending on the type of theft and the value of the stolen property. Theft charges can be misdemeanor or felony, and the penalties vary in seriousness depending on the charge.
- Petty theft is typically considered a misdemeanor and can result in up to 6 months in jail and a fine
- Grand theft can be a misdemeanor or a felony, with penalties of up to 3 years in state prison and fines amounting to $10,000 or more
Additional penalties may include but are not limited to:
- Probation
- Community service
- Drug testing
- Theft prevention classes
- Criminal record
- restitution
Building Your Defense Against Theft Charges
Criminal Defense Attorney Natalie Reich works tirelessly to examine all factors in your case, conduct essential interviews when needed, and review accounts of police conduct. Based on all the evidence and information gathered by your defense, the defense strategy may include:
- Alibi- You were somewhere else at the time of the event
- Claim of right- You believed you had a right to the property
- Good faith belief- You believed you were the true owner of the property
- Intent to return- You intended to return the property within a reasonable time
- Mistaken identity- You were mistaken for the perpetrator of the theft crime
- Ownership dispute- Ownership of the property has resulted in a disagreement
- Statute of limitations- the charge (s) were not brought within the legally allowed time
Criminal Defense Lawyer for Theft in Riverside County
For dedicated, compassionate, and thorough criminal defense, trust Attorney Natalie Reich. With Natalie Reich Law, you can have a fair day in court, guidance through the judicial process, and someone by your side who believes you have the right to protect your freedom and rights. Every defendant deserves to be heard, and Attorney Natalie Reich gives you the voice you need. Attorney Natalie Reich answers your call 24/7, so you don’t have to wait for the defense you need.
Call Natalie Reich.
