San Jose Theft Defense Lawyers
Northern California Petty Theft Defense Attorneys

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With over thirty years of combined criminal defense experience, the Northern California theft defense attorneys at Harmon & Associates are prepared to represent your grand theft or petty theft case. We have an excellent understanding of all areas of criminal law, and are prepared with a variety of defenses and legal strategies to represent even the most challenging criminal case. Call Harmon & Associates today to discuss your theft case with one of our San Jose theft defense lawyers.

In California, it is against the law to knowingly steal property that belongs to another person. For example, using dishonesty, fraudulent practices or false pretenses to unlawfully obtain another person's property is illegal. Other theft - related crimes that are illegal in California include embezzlement, burglary, shoplifting, car jacking, extortion, stealing credit cards and checks, robbery, and larceny. Violating any of California's criminal laws may result in a misdemeanor or felony conviction and serious penalties.

There are two forms of theft, which are:

• Petty theft - Petty theft is a theft in which the monetary cost of the stolen item(s) is under $400. This type of theft typically results in a misdemeanor charge and the punishment may include a jail term and monetary fine.
• Grand theft - Grand theft is a theft in which the monetary cost of the stolen item(s) amounts to more than $400. Depending upon the particulars of the crime, grand theft may be a misdemeanor or felony charge, and result in a jail or prison term.

There are many factors that will affect your theft charges, including the type of theft that occurred, the value of the stolen item(s), where the theft occurred, and if anyone was injured during the theft. It is very important that you hire a skilled theft defense attorney as quickly as possible, so that you are properly represented in court.

If you have been charged with theft in Northern California, contact a San Jose Theft Defense Lawyer at Harmon & Associates today for a free initial consultation!

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