California Theft and Fraud Attorney 

El Dorado, Sacramento, Placer, and Yolo County Theft and Fraud Lawyer

If you have been arrested for a theft or fraud offense in Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Amador, or Yolo Counties you need experienced and aggressive Criminal Defense Attorneys who will fight to defend your rights.  At The Tiemann Law Firm, you will consult with experienced and aggressive criminal defense lawyers who have defended theft and fraud cases in Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Amador, and Yolo Counties. We will represent you throughout the proceeding.  If your case is a misdemeanor theft offense, we can appear for you in court so you don't have too, saving you time, money and embarrassment.   Contact our office  for a free same day consultation or to set up an appointment.  We know the criminal courts in Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Amador, and Yolo counties.

Aggressive Theft and Fraud Defense Lawyer

Under California statutes, Theft includes the crimes of Larceny, Fraud, Embezzlement, Shoplifting, Burglary, Grand Theft Auto, and Robbery.  If you have been charged with a theft crime, you need to seek the advice of an experienced and aggressive criminal attorney immediately. The Tiemann Law Firm can provide you with the knowledge and experience that is crucial when defending you against theft crimes. 

Theft and Fraud Crimes

Theft by Larceny requires the taking and carrying away the property of another with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property. Petty Theft of property valued less than $400.00 is a misdemeanor, although a second offense may be filed as a felony. Theft of property valued over $400.00 is Grand Theft and may be filed as a misdemeanor or a felony for the first offense.

Burglary is the crime of entering a building with the intent to commit theft or a felony. The prosecution must prove that the accused had the intent to steal something or commit a felony at the moment of entry into the building. The old terminology of “breaking and entering” is satisfied merely with entry of the building—force is not necessary. In California First Degree Residential Burglary is always a felony and a “Strike.” All other types of Burglary, including Shoplifting, are second degree. They may be charged either as a misdemeanor or a felony and do not count as “strikes.”

Robbery involves the taking of property from another by force or fear. It is a felony and a strike. Infliction of Great Bodily Injury and/or the use of a gun or other weapon increases the sentence in state prison.

Embezzlement, Fraud, Bad Checks/Insufficient Funds and other White-Collar Crime generally involves nonviolent theft committed for financial gain. Many white-collar crimes involve professional people with no history of criminal activity.

A Theft Conviction Can Have Serious and Lasting Consequences

A conviction for any theft offense, even a minor one such as Shoplifting or Insufficient Funds, may have serious adverse consequences beyond fines and jail or prison. It may have affect your future employability or permanently affect your professional licensing and your career.

Any type of theft is a crime of dishonesty and "moral turpitude." Conviction of even a minor theft offense may permanently affect your ability to get the job of your choice and may limit your career. It may result in discharge from your current employment, especially if your job involves money, such as banking, investments, securities, stocks, or bonds. It could adversely affect medical, legal, real estate, and other professional licenses.

The Tiemann Law Firm understands that conviction of a theft crime can affect the rest of your life. They will take the time to sit down and discuss your priorities and defenses, so that you can make a knowledgeable and informed decision about your future.  If you or someone you know has been charged with Shoplifting, Fraud, Embezzlement, Larceny, Burglary, or other White-Collar Crime, you need advice from an experienced California theft and fraud defense attorney. The Tiemann Law Firm can advise you and help you get the best resolution possible.  Contact The Tiemann Law Firm to discuss your case and get the best defense against charges of Theft and White-Collar Crime.

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Because of work and family commitments and the uncertainty and risk of trial, many of our clients prefer to resolve their cases without a trial. If that is your preference, we will work to achieve the best possible result for you.   In most cases, a resolution can be worked out that is satisfactory to you.  Successful resolutions include jail alternatives like house arrest, reduced fines, and reduced/dismissed charges.  Because of work most people can't have a criminal history, so we work to negate any negative consequences to your criminal record.  We will keep you informed of the status of your case as it progresses to assure you understand what is occurring.  You can always contact our office where you will speak to a person regarding any questions you may have in your case.

Our Northern California offices are conveniently located in Sacramento and El Dorado Counties. We accept all major credit cards. Please call my office to schedule a free initial consultation.  You will be trusting your case to a proven criminal defense law firm!

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