Retail Theft Charges in Pennsylvania
Learn about the impact of retail theft and shoplifting arrests on you in Pennsylvania. Are you facing criminal charges or arrest for retail theft or shoplifting crimes in or around the greater Philadelphia PA? Before you sign the citation and pay the fine, take deliberate action to speak with a Pennsylvania Retail Theft Lawyer who can explain to you the consequences of just paying the fine versus the benefits of defending your charges or arrest for such crimes as theft, receiving stolen goods, theft of services, retail theft, shoplifting and bad checks. Even when the facts look bad, our Pennsylvania Retail Theft attorneys can often negotiate with the police to reduce or even dismiss the charges. Contact us now.
Retail theft, also known as shoplifting, can be a serious criminal charge under Pennsylvania criminal laws. Retail theft is a recidivist crime in Pennsylvania, with the penalty escalating with subsequent offenses. The penalties for shoplifting vary according to the value of the items involved, but any criminal charge must be taken seriously if you hope to avoid the harshest consequences now and in the future.
Do not make the mistake of taking your first offense of retail theft lightly. Even though a first offense of retail theft often results in only a fine, it sets up the penalties for a second offense. In Pennsylvania, retail theft charges are a recidivist offense with increasing penalties after each conviction. By "paying the fine" on the first offense, you may be facing future jail time. Fight the charges and your future by speaking to one of our experienced attorneys today.
Speak to attorneys who have defended retail theft charges and know the best legal defenses to a retail theft or shoplifting charge, such as contesting your intent to commit the crime and the motive or motivation of the store security person in charging as many individuals as possible.
Even in cases where the facts cannot be disputed, our criminal defense lawyers will work to fight the punishment, get the charges reduced or get the charges dismissed through a first time offender or ARD Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition program.
Protecting Your Rights against Retail Theft Crime Allegations
Do not quit when faced with the embarrassment and depression that accompanies accusations of retail theft and shoplifting crimes in Pennsylvania. You need aggressive representation ready to question the prosecution's case and attack the legality of the police's actions. You need a law firm that staffs seasoned criminal defense attorneys and a former prosecutor. You need Ciccarelli Lawyers.
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You also need criminal defense lawyers both passionate in what they do and compassionate in their treatment of their clients. You deserve a lawyer that is available when you need him, treats you with respect, and protects your rights vigorously. We make your choice all the clearer with locations throughout the metropolitan Philadelphia Pennsylvania, including Center City Philadelphia, West Chester, Downingtown/Exton, Malvern, Kennett Square, Lancaster, King of Prussia, Plymouth Meeting, Radnor and Springfield. Now is the time for action. Choose the winning strategy of Lee A. Ciccarelli. Together our legal team will give you the edge.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced criminal defense lawyer, please contact us. Call us at 610-925-2500 or toll-free at 888-643-0006.
