Fort Lauderdale Lawyer for Theft Crime Defense
At The Law Office of Gustavo E. Frances, P.A., I handle a wide range of theft crimes, from petty theft to first-degree grand theft. I understand that people who hire me as their criminal defense lawyer are putting their future in my hands. I take this responsibility seriously. I fight hard in Florida courts to protect your constitutional rights when you are charged with theft crimes such as the following:
- Larceny
- Burglary (residential and nonresidential, e.g., breaking into a store or vehicle)
- Robbery
- Petty theft (e.g., shoplifting; penalties vary depending on the monetary amount involved -- second-degree petty theft is punishable by up to 60 days in jail, and a conviction for first-degree petty theft can result in a jail sentence of up to one year)
- Identity theft
- Criminal mischief (e.g., vandalism)
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Buying or selling stolen property (this is a second-degree felony, with a more serious result potentially attaching to the act of knowingly dealing with stolen property than to the actual stealing of the item itself)
If you have been arrested for theft, you can contact me at any time by calling toll-free at 866-435-4172. I am personally available 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
Courtroom Experience
Before starting my own law practice, I spent three years working in the public defender's office. During that time, I represented hundreds of defendants. I handled cases ranging from misdemeanors to first-degree felonies. I was in the courtroom almost every day and gained extensive trial experience.
I use this criminal defense experience to help people accused of theft crimes receive a strong and effective defense. I know the law, but I also know the criminal procedures and court rules used. I know the judges and the prosecutors.
When you trust me to handle your theft defense, you are literally putting your future in my hands. I understand this. I fight hard to help you achieve the best possible results.
Talk to an Attorney About Your Theft Defense
If you have been accused of a theft crime, take action. Once you are arrested for any alleged offense, do not communicate further with any detectives, police, state attorneys or other government personnel without having an experienced attorney beside you. It is important to understand that anything you say to law enforcement after being arrested can become evidence that will potentially be used against you.
Begin preparing a strong defense. Contact The Law Office of Gustavo E. Frances, P.A., toll-free at 866-435-4172. I am available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. And consultations are always free and confidential.
