Baton Rouge Theft Defense Lawyers
The most common type of theft, that is, taking something that is not yours, is shoplifting. Walking out of a store with an item without paying for it is just one method used. Switching price tags to get a very low price, wearing an article of clothing out of a store, or leaving a restaurant without paying are other forms of theft that may be prosecuted. Contact a Baton Rouge theft defense attorney.
Employees may be involved in a scheme with friends, to charge the wrong price, or make opportunities to avoid being caught stealing.
Petty Theft Defense
Although some stores have a zero-tolerance policy demanding full prosecution of any theft, the value of what is stolen is generally very important. "Petty" theft is usually charged as a misdemeanor, while "grand" theft involves a higher dollar amount and can result in a year or more in prison.
Teens and juveniles commit a disproportionate percentage of shoplifting and petty theft. If your child has made a bad decision or been influenced by the wrong crowd, it is important that you speak with a criminal defense attorney promptly, to understand the potential consequences and options for your child.
The Evidence and Prosecution of Retail Theft
A video camera frequently provides strong evidence of shoplifting, along with testimony of a store's loss prevention employees. But prosecutors have a high burden of proof, and our attorneys are dedicated to theft defense and protecting our clients' rights at every turn.
Louisiana Shoplifting Attorneys
Damico & Stockstill, Attorneys at Law, strive to provide the best possible defense with the minimum of exposure. The Louisiana shoplifting lawyers have backgrounds as prosecutors, and know how to effectively respond to investigation and charges. The lawyers have a combined over 50 years experience and are AV-rated* under Martindale Hubbell's peer review rating system.
Call (225) 769-0190 or contact us online for a free initial consultation about theft defense at our law firm in East Baton Rouge Parish.
Our lawyers have over 50 years of combined experience and are AV-rated* under Martindale Hubbell's peer review rating system.
*CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell Ratings fall into two categories - legal ability and general ethical standards.