Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Re: criminal defense

You are looking at a misdemeanor with maximum penalty of 1 year in county jail plus restitution plus fines. If this is your first offense dismissal through what is called diversion might be possible. Get a good lawyer to do everything possible to avoid a theft conviction on your record.

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Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

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Re: criminal defense

Good Afternoon,

Thefts in California can either be a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the value of the goods that were taken. If the value of the goods is alleged to be $400 or less, the city will generally charge the theft as a misdemeanor. On the other hand, if the value of the goods are greater than $400, the city will likely charge the theft as a felony.

Under the California Penal Code, misdemeanors are punishable by imprisonment in local jail for up to one year and/or a fine. How much of the maximum penalty you are looking at depends on your criminal history and how well your attorney can negotiate with the city.

If you have any other questions feel free to contact me or visit me at my website at www.SolomonChang.com

Regards,

Solomon Chang