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

Our Scranton attorneys defend the following PA property offenses:

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

Pennsylvania Theft Crimes

Pennsylvania has strict theft laws. If convicted, you can be sent to serve a year in prison even if the value if the items involved in less than $50. A theft crime can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony offense, depending on the specific circumstances surrounding your case. If convicted for a theft crime, possible penalties include jail time, probation, parole, restitution and community service. Besides the penalties, you will also have a criminal record which will bring with it a plethora of hidden consequences. You will find it difficult to get a job and housing. The charges even if they are subsequently dropped will continue to haunt you for the rest of your life.

If you have been charged with a theft crime, call our experienced Scranton, PA criminal defense lawyers now.  Our skilled theft crime attorneys will investigate the facts surrounding your case, contest evidence presented against you, and place every effort into your defense. If you are a first time offender, we may be able to get the charges against you dropped or lowered.  We are dedicated to our clients and their cases.

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. Never attempt to fight a theft charge by yourself. Theft defense is complex. You will need the assistance of an experienced criminal attorney.

Contact our experienced Scranton, PA criminal defense lawyers now to fight your case. From our offices in Scranton, PA, we represent clients all over Pennsylvania.