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Shoplifting is type of theft crime that occurs when a person enters a store and steals goods from the store with no intention of paying for the goods he/she took. In most cases, shoplifting is discovered once the person tries to exit the store and security or an alarm detector detects that the person is carrying unpaid for goods. If unpaid for goods are discovered on the person’s body, he/she can be charged with shoplifting by law enforcement, In the state of Florida, shoplifting is typically classified as a misdemeanor offense, and is categorized as petty theft.
Theft Crime Charges
In the state of Florida, theft crime charges are typically categorized as petty theft or grand theft. Petty theft is usually considered a misdemeanor offense and involves the theft of something valued at less than $300. People who commit petty theft will usually be charged with a first degree misdemeanor, which can subject you to up to one year in county jail. Grand theft is considered a felony offense and involves the stealing of something that is valued at more than $300. People who are convicted of grand theft can be sentenced to five to twenty years in Florida State Prison depending upon the amount.
After a person has committed a theft crime, like shoplifting, it is in his/her best interest to hire an experienced theft crimes defense attorney who can advise him/her of his/her rights and protect him/her throughout every phase of the legal process. With the legal penalties for theft crimes being so severe, it is important that people do everything they can to ensure they receive aggressive defense from an experienced, aggressive shoplifting lawyer. In some cases, we may even be able to get your case dismissed without you ever having to appear in court!
Hager & Schwartz, P.A.
Shoplifting Attorneys
If you have been charged with shoplifting, do not hesitate to contact the experienced theft crime defense attorneys at Hager & Schwartz, P.A. At Hager & Schwartz, we understand the fear and uncertainty our clients feel when they are facing the Florida legal system. That is why we offer each of our theft crime clients the compassionate representation they need to feel comfortable throughout every face of the legal process.
If you have been charged with shoplifting in Miami-Dade, Broward, Volusia, or Palm Beach County or a surrounding area, call our reputable theft crime defense attorneys at 1-866-850-7575 or contact us via E-Mail today!
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