Theft Crimes Defense Attorney in Solano County

Innocent Until Proven Guilty

At Petty and Warshawsky, Attorneys at Law, our point of view is that a person is innocent until proven guilty, no matter what the charges. It may take dedicated work, thorough investigation and an aggressive approach, but many theft crime cases can be won. Depending on the circumstances of the case, the best outcome can sometimes be a negotiated reduction in the charges resulting in lesser penalties. At times, reducing penalties given out in sentencing will provide the most realistic resolution to the charges. A forceful and knowledgeable Solano County criminal defense lawyer can continue to fight on your behalf.

Burglary, robbery, extortion, check fraud, auto theft, shoplifting and many others all come under the general umbrella of theft crimes. All of them have in common that an individual fraudulently and purposefully took another's personal property, intending to convert it to their own use. Petty theft is the term used for theft totaling under $400. Grand theft applies to amounts over $400. Petty theft is usually considered a misdemeanor although in certain circumstances, it can become a felony crime. Grand theft can be charged either as a misdemeanor or felony, again depending on the specifics of the offense.

Vacaville Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Woodland, Contra Costa, Suisun City, Benicia, Fairfield, Dixon, Vallejo & Rio Vista

$1000 in fines or up to 6 months in jail or both can be the result of a petty theft conviction. Conviction for a second petty theft can upgrade the charge to a felony, resulting in harsher punishments. One year in jail or a state prison can be the consequence of a second petty theft conviction. Fines up to $1000 and up to a year in jail or prison are the penalties related to a conviction for grand theft. Up to 4 years in state prison can be imposed if an individual has prior convictions or other special circumstances.

We have over 35 years of collective experience in successfully defending our clients. Our successes in the courtroom and in negotiations with prosecutors may be the difference you need in your case. Theft crimes can be combined with other offenses such as forgery, bringing about stiffer fines and penalties. We take pride in our effective legal strategies and aggressive defense of our client's rights.

At our office, we are proud to serve the Solano County communities of Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Vacaville, Vallejo, Suisun City, Woodland, Contra Costa and Rio Vista.

It is important to contact a theft Crimes defense attorney in Solano County when you have been accused of any crime involving theft.