Theft Overview

Theft, Grand Theft, Shoplifting Defense Lawyers

If you have been arrested or accused of theft, such as shoplifting, petty theft, or embezzlement, one thing is certain — you need a theft defense attorney on your side. A theft arrest that leads to a felony conviction or a misdemeanor conviction can mean time in jail or prison, fines, and restitution.

Before you say another word to a police officer or a prosecutor, talk to a former district attorney at the Takakjian, Sowers & Sitkoff, LLP law firm in Southern California.

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In addition to jail, prison, fines and/or restitution, a theft or fraud charge can also create a permanent criminal record that can affect your reputation, employment opportunities, and professional licenses. Contact our theft defense lawyers to discuss your situation and how we can help.

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When you retain a theft defense lawyer at Takakjian, Sowers & Sitkoff LLP, our goals are to have the charges dismissed or reduced and to keep you out of jail.

Theft Arrest: What Happens Next? As former deputy district attorneys and as criminal theft and shoplifting defense lawyers with more than 75 years of combined experience, we know how to help you. If you have been arrested for theft in Los Angeles County, Orange County, or Ventura County, call us immediately for a free consultation.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT A SPECIFIC TOPIC, PLEASE CLICK ON ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Shoplifting, 484 California Penal Code, commercial burglary, 459 California Penal Code
• Petty theft, 488 California Penal Code (theft under $400 value)
• Automobile theft, 487.3 California Penal Code, grand theft or "Joyriding," 10851 California Vehicle Code
• Employee theft, embezzlement, 503 California Penal Code
• ID theft, fraud, 530.5 California Penal Code, Internet theft
• Burglary, 459 California Penal Code, robbery, 211 California Penal Code

At the Takakjian, Sowers & Sitkoff LLP theft and shoplifting defense law firm, our attorneys are aware that psychological disorders can contribute to stealing. We will listen to your story, protect your rights, and suggest ways to get the help you need.

• Psychology of stealing

The penalties for theft charges can include jail or prison time. Whether the crime is charged as a felony or misdemeanor will make a difference in your record and in the penalty.

• Misdemeanor or felony
• Theft penalties

If you have been charged with theft, the most important thing you can do right now is to contact a theft defense lawyer who will be on your side and working for your best interests throughout the criminal justice process.

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If you have been arrested for theft, whether you are guilty or not guilty, you need a shoplifting and theft defense lawyer to protect your rights and resolve this difficult situation. Call at any time of day or night. What happens next can make all the difference to you, your future and your family. Don't take chances with the things that matter most. Talk to a former district attorney about the charges against you.

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