Shoplifting Lawyer in Long Island

Shoplifting is the removal of an object from a store or other place of business without paying for it. It may be referred to as petty larceny or petty theft. Although it is considered a lesser charge than many theft crimes, it is important to hire an experienced Long Island criminal defense attorney to defend your rights and help you fight to avoid a conviction . The value of the objects involved will determine the level of the offense, misdemeanor or felony, as well as the prior record of the accused individual.

Our firm has represented many shoplifting clients and has been able to help them avoid penalties and keep a conviction off of their record. Any theft crime conviction , including shoplifting on your record will greatly reduce your ability to get a good job in the future, and most employers will immediately pass over applicants with any type of criminal record, with so many seeking employment. In many cases we are able to work out a plea bargain or get the matter resolved without the necessity of a trial at all. The criminal justice system comes down hard in convictions on any type of theft crime. Having one of our skilled defense attorneys at your side can assist you greatly.

Shoplifting Defense in Long Island, NY

Even misdemeanor theft charges such as shoplifting can result in significant fines and jail time. With over 50 years of combined experience, we have been able to obtain positive results for countless clients. We do everything in our power to obtain the desired case outcome and are ready and willing to aggressively fight for our clients rights in court. Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, confusing and frightening. We can help you to understand the best course of action to take and provide you with the answers you need at this time. The alternatives could include jail or prison time, depending upon the value of the allegedly stolen items, fines, and a jeopardized future. Having legal defense that can uphold you rights and fight for you in a court of law is imperative if you are hoping to avoid these negative consequences.