Theft & Robbery Charges Lawyer
A theft or robbery conviction has consequences far beyond a fine or jail time. Many employers will not hire someone who has a theft conviction on his or her record. A conviction can also affect your ability to obtain a security clearance or a visa.
At JC Law, our lawyers defend people facing theft-related charges in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Washington DC. For more information about specific types of theft cases, click on the following links:
- Theft (a.k.a larcency): In Maryland, theft of less than $1,000 is charged as a misdemeanor. Theft of $1,000 or more is a felony.
- Shoplifting: Even if you think you are guilty of the charges, an experienced attorney can do many things to prevent a poor decision from becoming a permanent criminal record.
- Burglary: Breaking and entering a residence to commit a crime such as theft increases the possible consequences you may face.
- Robbery: When you are accused of using force or the threat of force, you may face felony charges regardless of the amount taken.
- Embezzlement: Theft from employers can involve significant sums of money.
Our main goal in a theft case is to protect your reputation and your future.
If this is your first arrest on suspicion of theft, you may be eligible for probation before judgment, which can resolve the charges without the stigma of a conviction. If you successfully complete the terms of the probation, you can answer “no” if an employer asks you on a job application whether you were ever convicted of a crime.
Contact Us
To protect your future and your reputation, contact us before you talk to police or anyone else.
Call us at (888) JCLaw-10. Text us at (443) 829-1446 or email us to get an immediate consultation.
