Shoplifting

Queens Shoplifting

Item: Stephen Bilkis & Associates, PLLC
Rating: 5
Author: J.P.

A Queens Shoplifting Lawyer will agree that the offense of Shoplifting is one of the most common crimes committed in New York. Shoplifting is considered a “quality of life” crime. It drains law enforcement and justice system resources. Shoplifting is defined in NY Penal Law 155.25, and is legally called Petit Larceny. Petite Larceny is the taking of property that has a monetary value of less that $1,000. It is classified as a class A misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is a crime that is punishable by one year or less in jail. If you have been charged with a theft crime including Grand Larceny, robbery, Credit Card Theft, or Shoplifting, it is important to speak with an experienced Queens Shoplifting Lawyer from our team. If convicted, you could be facing penalties that include jail time, substantial fines and probation.

If store security suspects that you have shoplifted an item, you will immediately be detained until the police arrive. They will try various tactics to encourage your to confess. They may even tell you that you will be released if you sign a confession. It is important to be aware that this is not true, and the will not release you. A Queens Shoplifting Lawyer would strongly advise you to not say anything, or sign anything. This could be used as evidence against you in court. The best course of action for you is to insist on speaking with a Queens Criminal Lawyer.

When the police arrive to arrest you, two different things can happen. They can issue you a desk appearance ticket and release you, or they will hold you in custody until you attend your arraignment. At your arraignment, you will have to opportunity to hear the charges against you and enter a plea. If you receive a desk appearance ticket, the ticket will have the date and time that you are expected to appear in court.

Every county in New York treats shoplifting as a misdemeanor and if you are convicted you will have a criminal record. This means that the legal consequences of a criminal conviction go beyond possible jail, probation, fine or community service. It means that if any one does a background check on you, this conviction can be revealed. This includes prospective or current employers. That is why you need to hire an experienced Queens Criminal Lawyer from our firm. We will help you fight these charges and attempt to get your charges dismissed.

Being charged with Shoplifting is a humiliating and scary experience. You could be facing penalties that can include jail time, fines and probation, not to mention the harm to your reputation. Contact Stephen Bilkis & Associates, PLLC for guidance. A Queens Shoplifting Lawyer from our team will answer your questions and provide you with a free consultation. We have offices to serve you in Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn and the Bronx is New York City. We also have locations in Nassau County and Suffolk County on Long Island, and Westchester County. Call us to make an appointment at 800.696.9529.

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