Theft and larceny charges are among the most common criminal offenses in the legal system. These charges can range from minor infractions to serious felonies, depending on the value of the stolen property and the circumstances surrounding the crime. Understanding the different types of theft and larceny charges, the potential penalties, and effective defense strategies [...]
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Feb, 2023When Theft Becomes Robbery
While many acts of stealing generally result in what is known as theft, there is another, more severe charge for stealing that can get you into even more trouble. This act of stealing, known as robbery, is considered to be more violent, intense and dangerous than normal theft. This is generally because there are either [...]
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Sep, 2022
What it Means to be Charged with Embezzlement
While theft is mostly associated with more violent and intense acts, like armed robbery or carjacking, there are other forms of the crime that usually fall within the walls of the workplace. Although it is not always the case, embezzlement usually involves a trusted employee stealing money, or property, from their employer. And even though [...]
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Oct, 2019What A Theft Attorney Can Do For You
You may not think of stealing and theft as a major crime if the person didn’t steal a ton of money. However, even crimes described as petty theft, like stealing a t-shirt, can leave you with permanent criminal charges. Thus, if you’ve been accused of theft, you need a competent theft attorney to defend your [...]
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Jan, 2019Shoplifting in New Jersey: What You Need to Know
Have you been charged with shoplifting? If you’ve been charged with shoplifting in New Jersey, you could face serious fines, and even jail time! But with strong legal representation, you can get a dismissal or a reduction of the charges. Here’s a quick post about shoplifting, New Jersey law, and what you can do about [...]