New York Lawyer for Shoplifting and Theft Defense
Conviction for shoplifting, no matter how seemingly minor, has serious and potentially life-altering consequences. More than a deep sense of shame and a damaged reputation, a person with a misdemeanor or felony conviction may face mandatory jail time. At the Law Office of Bert H. Nisonoff, Attorney at Law, we are committed to fighting for reduced or dismissed charges. Contact us for a free initial consultation.
Stiff Penalties
Walking out of a retail establishment, whether it is Target or Tiffany's, with stolen property is a serious crime. Regardless of your age or your apology, you will be accused of shoplifting if you leave the store without paying for all of the items in your possession. The police will likely be called. You will probably be searched. You may be arrested.
Depending on the circumstances surrounding your alleged shoplifting activity, including the value of the items and whether this is a first-time or a repeat offense, you may be facing charges of Petit or Grand Larceny or burglary. Conviction for these offenses regularly requires time in jail.
Solid Defense
As a veteran criminal defense attorney, Bert Nisonoff has more than 45 years of professional experience representing individuals facing misdemeanor or felony charges. He recognizes that accidents happen. You may have intended to pay for the item. You may have forgotten that you picked it up. You may have even been set up.
Though the criminal justice system was not built to consider the situation behind the allegations, at the Law Office of Bert H. Nisonoff, we know there is always more to the story. That is why we take time to listen to you and to fully investigate the situation. Prior to building a strong case for your defense, we review whether proper procedure was followed in the search, seizure and arrest.
If you are facing charges for being in criminal possession of stolen property, contact the Law Office of Bert H. Nisonoff for a free initial consultation.
