Grand Theft Charge Criminal Defense Attorney Los Angeles

In the past two years our offices have seen an increase in clients being charged with theft crimes the most prevalent being grand theft charges. Under California Penal Code section 487(a), a person who takes the property of another with a value of $400.00 or more may be guilty of a felony. In California and Los Angeles County there are many things one can do to defend themselves against charges of grand theft. Depending on the facts of each case, a person may be able to get the charges reduced to a misdemeanor or dismissed.

Most prosecutors in Los Angeles and other counties in California insist on restitutition or payment of the amount allegedly taken to the alleged victim as a starting point to any negotiation of a plea. Before entering into any deal one should immediately contact an attorney when charged with such crimes as a competent attorney can make the difference in the outcome of your case.

If you or someone you know gets arrested for Grand Theft, Fraud, Embezzlement or any other crime, tell them to call GLOTZER and ASSOCIATES (Toll Free: 866-229-0101 or (310) 623-3771) or visit our website @ http://www.socalcriminallawyer.com/