Get the best chance of receiving a charge reduction or diversion with help from Los Angeles County CA petty theft attorney Dan E. Chambers
Although the penalties for a first-time petty theft conviction may not seem too daunting, each subsequent conviction brings harsher penalties until some individuals may end up facing felony charges and up to 3 years in federal prison. This means it is important to fight every charge against you with the help of an expert petty theft attorney in Los Angeles County CA.
Why Choose Dan E. Chambers as your Petty Theft Lawyer in Los Angeles County CA
Hiring an expert petty theft lawyer in Los Angeles County CA rather than getting a public defender or waiving the right to representation is a very good idea. First of all, charge reduction and diversion are not automatic, but instead awarded at the discretion of the prosecutor. This means that you often need a persuasive attorney like Dan to convince the prosecution you deserve these privileges. Secondly, by hiring Dan as your Los Angeles County CA petty theft attorney you know you will be getting a truly dedicated professional on your side, not some overworked public defender who is just going through the motions. You can rely on Dan to leave no stone unturned in the effort to resolve your case favorably, and you can always reach him on his cell phone with questions.
Possible Defenses for Petty Theft
Depending on how many priors you may have and the strength of the prosecution’s evidence, it may be in your best interests to enter a guilty plea and seek a deal. In other cases, you may want to fight back in court. With Dan as your Los Angeles County CA petty theft lawyer, you can rest assured you will receive expert advice about your best options, including the possibility of using any of the following common petty theft defenses:
- You did not intend to steal or shoplift the item
- The item actually belonged to you or you reasonably believed it did
- The person who owned the item consented to you taking it
- The evidence against you was obtained illegally
- It was a complete case of mistaken identity
Call Now for a Free Consultation
If charges are pending against you, don’t hesitate to call Chambers Law Firm. We offer free consultations to help you learn more about how hiring Dan as your Los Angeles County CA petty theft lawyer can help change your future.
