Orange County Theft Crimes Lawyers

When someone commits theft, also known as larceny, they are doing so with the intent of depriving the original owner permanently by stealing an item of value without permission or consent. A theft crime is a very serious charge in California and will need the aggressive representation of an Orange County theft attorney. At Coffey & Coffey we provide clients with outstanding legal advice, guidance and representation for any type of theft crimes offense including the following:

• Accounting Fraud
• Auto Theft
• Bank Fraud
• Bribery
• Burglary
• Counterfeiting
• Credit Card Fraud
• Embezzlement
• Forgery
• Government Fraud
• Theft
• Wire Fraud
• Extortion
• Investment Fraud
• Insider Trade
• Money Laundering
• Mortgage Fraud
• Mail Fraud
• Import/Export Crimes
• Organized Fraud
• Petit/Grand Theft
• Shoplifting

Criminal Defense Attorneys in Orange County, California

In 2007 over 6.6 million theft/larceny crimes were committed throughout the United States, costing a combined $5.8 billion dollars to victims. About 26% involved auto theft, 14% included shoplifting, 12 % were burglaries and the other 48% involved all other thefts including theft of auto accessories, purse snatching, pick-pocketing and bicycle theft. Anyone who is being accused of a theft crime should expect state and federal prosecutors to be very tough when conducting their investigation. Key evidence, witness testimony and any other important information will be gathered by prosecutors in order to make an attempt to win a conviction. However, an Orange County theft crimes attorney with experience will be able look for holes in the prosecutions defense in an effort to win a victory against over-zealous prosecutors.

Orange County Petty & Grand Theft Charges

Theft crimes are charged as either petty theft, if the item stolen is valued under $400 or grand theft, if the item stolen is valued over $400. The Orange County theft crimes lawyers at Coffey & Coffey will aggressively challenge the charges against our clients in order to protect their legal rights. In California, a theft crimes conviction can result in up to 1 year in jail up to a lifetime behind bars; including steep fines, restitution, community service, probation and parole. It is very important that if you or a family member is being investigated for the crime of theft that you contact an Orange County theft crimes lawyer at Coffey & Coffey today. We have offices located in Newport Beach, California and we provide superior legal representation to clients throughout Orange County including Fullerton, Laguna Nigel, Santa Ana, and Westminster.

Need a knowledgeable Orange County theft crimes lawyer? Contact us today!