Minneapolis Theft Crime Attorney

Charged with a theft crime?

Theft crimes are serious criminal offenses that should not be taken lightly. An arrest for theft can come with severe consequences including jail time, hefty fines, community service and a permanent black mark on your criminal record – something that can haunt you for the rest of your life. Do not risk your future if you have been arrested for a theft crime. Contact a Minneapolis criminal defense attorney from Grostyan & Associates PLC for skilled legal representation.

There are a number of criminal activities that constitutes a theft crime, such as:

• Mail theft
• Identity theft
• Receiving stolen property
• Embezzlement
• Shoplifting and possession of shoplifting gear
• Robbery
• Burglary
• Stolen and counterfeit checks
• Credit card theft
• Issuance of dishonored checks
• Theft by swindle

My name is Attorney Tony Grostyan and I have successfully represented clients in theft cases for over a decade. Many people incorrectly assume that a misdemeanor offense is a ‘warning’ that will not harm their future. A misdemeanor offense will still go on your permanent criminal record which can be accessed by potential landlords, employees and schools. Furthermore, a misdemeanor offense such as shoplifting or possession of shoplifting gear carries a sentence of up to $1,000 fine and 90 days in prison.

Theft Crime Lawyer in Minneapolis

Some of the more serious theft crimes include white collar crimes such as embezzlement, bribery, credit card theft and mail theft. In many of these cases, you may also be facing a fraud conviction as well. Theft crimes such as receiving stolen property and identity theft come with a maximum sentence of up to 20 years in prison and/or a $100,000 fine. The extent of your punishment will depend on the severity of the crime, the amount of goods stolen and the effect it has had on the victim.

There are a number of defense strategies one can use when facing a theft conviction, such as you didn’t realize that the act was a crime or that your actions were not premeditated or conscious. Our team will provide you with aggressive representation to ensure you the best outcome possible. Do not risk a criminal conviction.

Contact a Minneapolis criminal defense lawyer from our firm for skilled legal counsel and dedicated representation if you have been charged with a theft crime.