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PETTY THEFT DEFENSE LAWYER IN PALMDALE
Are you facing charges for petty theft? If you are accused of taking someone else's property, you may face theft charges and will be in need of an experienced Palmdale criminal defense attorney to protect you against a conviction and the various penalties this may bring.
ABOUT PETTY THEFT CHARGES IN CALIFORNIA
Petty theft is a type of theft crime that involves taking property valued at $400 or less. Shoplifting/retail theft is often classified as petty theft, although it may be charged as grand theft if the property taken is worth more than $400.
There are different ways that a person may commit petty theft:
- By taking property without the owner's consent or knowledge, sometimes committed without the property owner even knowing that the offense is occurring;
- By trick or deception, such as switching tags on merchandise or attempting to return items that were not purchased in the first place;
- By embezzlement, committed by a person in a position of responsibility over funds or property; or
- By making false promises or using false pretenses to obtain another's property.
A criminal record may have a significantly negative impact on employment and educational opportunities. A potential employer may see a petty theft conviction on an applicant's record and may think twice about hiring him or her. The employer sees the conviction and wonders "can I trust this person?" Therefore, a theft conviction, even for petty theft, may have lasting consequences for a defendant.
PALMDALE & LANCASTER CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER FOR PETTY THEFT
Our firm has more than 50 years of collective criminal defense experience to provide to your case, and our founding attorney is a former Deputy District Attorney and Certified Criminal Law Specialist. We know how to fight petty theft charges and will utilize all of our experience and resources on your behalf.
Contact a Lancaster or Palmdale petty theft defense lawyer today for the criminal defense counsel you need - (800) 860-1383.
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Working With The Law Offices of David M. Wallin-
Unmatched Representation & Transparency
At The Law Offices of David M. Wallin, we want to make sure that we're completely honest with our clients and their family. At every step of the process, we'll be communicating with you to keep you up to date on any changes to your case.
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A Team of Legal Professionals Fighting For You
Unlike most criminal defense firms that only have one attorney on staff, we have a team of legal professionals working together to provide our clients with a complex legal strategy to maximize their chances of a positive outcome.
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Certified Criminal Law Specialist
Attorney David M. Wallin not only has over three decades of legal experience, but is also a certified criminal law specialist - a distinction that roughly only 180 attorneys in the entire state of California have earned.
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Cost-Effective Legal Representation
We're committed to charging a competitive rate for our legal services and offer a variety of financing options. We believe that quality legal representation shouldn't be reserved for those with vast financial means.
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We Care About Your Future
Unlike many criminal firms that are solely focused on the hear and now, our seasoned legal experts are committed to making sure that we help develop a strategy or plan for the next stage of your life.
At The Law Offices of David M. Wallin, we know that the state will do everything in their power to make sure you end up behind bars. Because we know this, we'll actively work toward making sure your rights are protected and that your case is treated with the utmost care and urgency.