Orange County Theft Crimes Defense Attorneys

State and Federal Theft Defense Lawyers in Orange County

What is the difference between petty and grand theft?
Petty theft, also known as “petit” theft, is a crime committed that involves an item with a value under $400 that is stolen. Grand theft is charged when a stolen item has a value over $400. Both are serious offenses and can result in jail or prison time in California.

Will I go to jail for a misdemeanor theft crime?
It is possible to be sentenced up to 1 year in jail for a misdemeanor crime. The best way to legally protect your self would be to retain the legal services of a professional Orange County theft crimes attorney.

What is a white collar crime?
A white collar crime is a crime committed by an individual of power or influence such as in a business environment. White collar crimes are typically tried in federal criminal court and can involve a very lengthy and complex legal process.

What should I do when I am arrested?
If you have been arrested for a theft crime you should remain silent until you have an attorney present. If you answer law enforcement’s questions you may actually incriminate yourself without even realizing it. At Coffey & Coffey as professional Orange County theft crimes lawyers we can help protect your legal rights and your future if you have been charged with a theft crime. Contact an attorney at our firm today, for a free consultation of your case.

What is a kickback scheme?
A kickback scheme is also known as bribery. It involves making an offer involving money, goods or services in order to sway a person’s response, opinion, vote or testimony to desired results. It is a federal offense and can result in a long-term prison sentence.

What are the different types of fraud?
Fraud is committed by someone with the intent to deliberately deceive another for financial gain. Some examples of fraud are: accounting fraud, bank fraud, credit card fraud, government fraud, wire fraud, mortgage fraud, mail fraud, investment fraud and organized fraud. Fraud is seen in a majority of all theft crimes cases.

Protect Yourself, Hire an Orange County Defense Attorney

Contact an Orange County theft crimes lawyer at Coffey & Coffey today if you or someone you know is being investigated for any type of theft or fraud crime in Orange County, California. We provide superior legal resources, advice and representation in Fullerton, Westminster, Santa Ana, Newport Beach and Laguna Niguel.

Questions about theft crimes? Contact us today!