Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Grand Theft Charges

I need some legal advice for my uncle who has a warrant out for his arrest

for:

Grand Thef 487(a)PC and Non sufficient fund check 476a(a)PC.

I know the amount totals to $60,000 and the bail is set at $20,000.

I don't know a lot of details about the case other then whats stated above, but

my uncle is currently out of state and I want to find a lawyer that can

help him surrender and solve this issue. I can always get more information about the details of the case later if needed.

The warrant was issued back in 2005.

He has a clean record and has never been involved with the law before.

What would a case like this cost?

Can he avoid jail time by paying some restitution?

Any advise would be appreciated and I'm looking to get this going asap.


Asked on 6/06/09, 5:19 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Jacek W. Lentz Law Offices of Jacek W. Lentz

Re: Grand Theft Charges

One thing is for certain - the longer your uncle waits to take care of this, the worse it will be.

Call my office if you have not yet retained a lawyer for a detailed discussion about your case.

Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

213.250.9200

www.lentzlawfirm.com

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Answered on 6/10/09, 1:36 am
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Grand Theft Charges

There is much that can be done, but your uncle will have to take the first step and call an attorney himself. We are prohibited by the rules from calling him unless he (not you) calls first.

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Answered on 6/06/09, 5:25 pm
Joe Dane Law Office of Joe Dane

Re: Grand Theft Charges

I practice predominantly in Orange County - if the case is there, feel free to give me a call & I'll discuss the options with you.

See www.joedane.com/about for more information.

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Answered on 6/06/09, 5:28 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Grand Theft Charges

A 'felony' warrant, which this probably is, requires he appear in court [with an attorney if he is smart] to submit to the court. Doing that will probably result in the judge withdrawing the warrant and setting a reasonable bail, or allowing OR, since the defendant has come to court voluntarily. Then you handle the charges normally as they should have been from the beginning, having an arraignment, and then a PreTrial hearing where 'plea bargaining' is conducted. The case either settles with a 'deal' acceptable to the defendant or is set for trial. If the charges are in SoCal courts, and if he is serious about doing this, contact me to discuss. The fees will be reasonable.

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Answered on 6/08/09, 2:03 pm


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