Retail Theft Shoplifting Defense Darien, CT

Darien, Connecticut Shoplifting Defense Attorneys Fight For You

Connecticut Retail Theft Defense Law Firm Represents Those Charged with Shoplifting

Most people who shoplift are not professional thieves, but ordinary people caught in an unfortunate situation. Under Connecticut law, stealing something of value is committing larceny, or "to wrongfully take, obtain, or withhold such property from an owner."

In Connecticut, larceny is a charge that includes any kind of theft, including:

• Shoplifting
• Receiving stolen goods
• Automobile theft
• Embezzlement
• False pretenses
• Theft by fraud
• Theft of utilities like electricity or cable television

Potential Defenses to a Shoplifting or Retail Theft Charge

When it comes to defending a retail theft or shoplifting charge, it may be that you have been falsely accused, are the victim of a misunderstanding, or simply made an error in judgment. The experienced retail theft attorneys at the Law Offices of Mark M. Kratter, LLC will examine every possible defense.

If you have been charged with first offense larceny or shoplifting, it may be possible to get the charge dropped in exchange for restitution and community service. This would also keep you from having a criminal record. An argument could also be made for accelerated rehabilitation, which would allow you to receive probation and have the charges wiped from your record after 13 months, provided you don't commit any additional crimes. In the case of more serious felony charges, the severity of the charges can be disputed in relation to the value of the items stolen.

The Law Offices of Mark M. Kratter, LLC has been successfully defending Connecticut citizens in and around Darien against shopIifting charges since 1993. Contact our retail theft defense law firm online or call 203-678-8135 to set up a free initial consultation with one of our experienced attorneys today.