Property – Theft Crimes in Pennsylvania – Erie PA Theft, Burglary and Larceny Crime Lawyer

Our Erie attorneys defend the following PA property offenses:

• Burglary
• Theft
• Arson
• Larceny
• Car Theft
• Shoplifting

Pennsylvania Theft Crimes

Theft crimes include petty theft, grand theft, shoplifting, larceny, identity theft, etc. Theft crimes generally involve the unlawfully taking or otherwise depriving another of moveable property; or unlawfully transferring or exercising control over immovable property with intent to benefit one’s self.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has taken a tough stance against theft crimes. Penalties depend on the value of the items involved. The penalties for theft under Pennsylvania laws are severe. Even if the value of the items involved is less than $50, if convicted, you will be sentenced to a year in prison. Most theft crimes are treated as misdemeanors but if the value of the items involved in the theft is very high, then it will be treated as a felony. Penalties for theft crime may include prison sentence, monetary fines, community service, probation and parole. Besides, your reputation may be tarnished and your future chances of employment opportunities may be ruined.

Theft crime laws are complex. Attempting to self defend a theft crime charge can be disastrous and you can be in much more trouble than you’ve ever imagined. Theft defense requires specialized knowledge and skills. Our theft crime attorneys have the knowledge and skills required to defend you against a theft crime charge. An intent to return another’s property can be a defense to theft charges. To plead this defense, the property must retain its value and the return must be unconditional. If the evidence is overwhelmingly against you, we may be able to negotiate charges down to a lesser offense, especially when a deal can be reached that involves restitution. Our theft crime attorneys will study your case and formulate a defense strategy based on the defenses available. Our in house experts will work with our theft crime attorneys to identify the loopholes in the case against you.

Contact our Erie criminal defense lawyers now to fight your case. We will defend you. Time is of essence. From our offices in Erie, PA, we represent clients all over Pennsylvania.