Shoplifting Charges Attorney in Ft. Lauderdale
Criminal Defense Lawyer for Petty Theft Charges
Broward County criminal defense lawyer Michael Mirer has over ten years of trial experience as well as being
a former prosecutor. He has dealt with all types of
theft crimes including all forms of shoplifting (petty theft). If you have been charged
or arrested for shoplifting, don't delay; seek out an experienced
attorney who will review every detail and aspect of your case in order
to provide you with the best options for your defense. Criminal defense
lawyer Michael Mirer can offer you the knowledge, care and understanding
you need throughout your ordeal.
Most shoplifting crimes need experienced and skilled legal counsel to fight
the charges due to the nature of the crime. Most times if accused of shoplifting
you are confronted at the scene and arrested. There is likely strong evidence
such as video or eye witnesses who watched this occur, or the stolen item
in your possession. In order to properly defend these charges, it becomes
very important to have an attorney who knows how to challenge this type
of evidence to protect your rights. Any improper procedure by arresting
officers or how the evidence was processed can open the door to disputing
this evidence.
Shoplifting and Petty Theft in Broward County
There are many types of theft crimes. Shoplifting is a theft crime that
is most often charged as petty theft because the items taken typically
do not exceed $300 in value. Shoplifting normally carries a misdemeanor
charge, but there are degrees of it, such as 1
st or 2
nd degree, depending on what was stolen. Penalties are severe, with conviction
carrying fines and jail sentences. Although you may think there is o chance
of success, Attorney Mirer has the skill and aggressiveness to pursue
either a lesser charge or have the charges dismissed altogether. Don't
take chances with your future, contact him today.
If you have been charged with shoplifting,
contact Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Mirer for a free consultation of your specific case.