Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley Theft Crimes Attorney

Theft Defense Attorney Gregory Caplan initiated a program, while working as a local prosecutor in Los Angeles County, called City Attorney Diversion, which allowed persons arrested for many theft-related crimes to have their cases dismissed upon successful completion of an Alternative Prosecution Program. Because of his familiarity of these programs, many of which still quietly exist today in many prosecutors’ offices and local courtrooms, Mr. Caplan works to steer his clients in these directions. Many of his clients have benefited from his expertise, and have had their theft charges dismissed. Mr. Caplan’s experience as a local prosecutor also gives him insight as to the strengths and weaknesses of theft cases, as well, and he knows efficient and effective ways to defend theft crimes in local courtrooms.

A theft crime is when someone takes another person’s property without consent from the owner.  Theft crimes may be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or felony.  The criminal charges will usually depend upon the dollar value of the stolen property, the location of the crime, and the means in which the theft was carried out.  For example, if a person used a weapon while committing a theft crime, he/she may be subject to enhanced theft charges and legal penalties, if convicted.  Every theft charge has serious consequences, and because of this, it is extremely important that persons charged with theft crimes have effective legal representation.

In California, theft is categorized as petty theft or grand theft.  Grand theft is when the dollar value of the stolen property exceeds $400.  Grand theft may be classified as a felony or misdemeanor.  If a person is convicted of grand theft, he/she may be punished with up to a year in prison, monetary fines, probation, and community service.  Petty theft is when the dollar value of the stolen property is $400 or less.  Petty theft is usually classified as a misdemeanor offense.  If a person is convicted of petty theft, he/se may be punished with up to six months in prison, monetary fines, probation, and community service. These additional consequences reveal the importance of having an effective criminal attorney to handle your case.
If you have been charged with a theft crime, it is in your best interest to speak with Gregory Caplan, a qualified Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley criminal defense attorney.  The legal penalties for a theft crime conviction are far too severe to represent yourself or hire a lawyer unfamiliar with theft charges.  A theft defense attorney can defend you in court, challenge evidence presented against you, and safeguard your legal rights. 

Common Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley Theft Crimes
Each day, countless theft crimes are committed in Los Angeles & the San Fernando Valley.  The most common types of theft crimes are:

• larceny
• embezzlement
• identity theft
• fraud
• shoplifting
• robbery
• petty theft

Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley Criminal Defense Attorney
The Law Offices of Gregory Caplan are proud to provide dependable legal counsel for clients throughout Los Angeles & the San Fernando Valley.  As an attorney with years of practice experience, Gregory Caplan has helped clients contest their serious theft-related charges.  Attorney Caplan understands the life altering effects a theft conviction can have, which is why he strives to provide his clients with appropriate guidance and resources.  With offices in Burbank, Santa Clarita, Los Angeles, & the San Fernando Valley, Gregory Caplan is prepared to handle your theft case.
If you have been charged with a theft crime in Los Angeles or the San Fernando Valley, call The Law Offices of Gregory Caplan to discuss your legal options today at
(213) 400-5355. 

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