Property Crimes Attorney in Rocklin
Protecting Those Accused in Placer County
Property crimes are those involving the theft, destruction, or extortion of another’s property. If you have been charged with a property crime, know that a conviction can carry lasting, frustrating consequences, ranging from fines to prolonged prison sentences. It’s important to protect yourself and your future if you have been charged with or linked to a property crime.
In cases of unintentional property crimes, such as negligence, proving your innocence can come down to providing the right evidence and assembling an effective defense. It is possible to reduce the amount and extent of damages that must be paid. Having an experienced attorney can help in knowing what must be proven in order to secure the best possible outcome.
The Jacob Law Firm can help if you've been charged with a property crime. Call our office at (916) 295-6993 today.
What are Property Crimes?
Charges involving damage or a loss of property are known as property crimes. This is an umbrella term used to include theft, damage, and false pretenses where another person's property is stolen, damaged, or destroyed. You can also be charged with a property crime if you borrow something and fail to return it. Due to the wide variety of property crimes, a good legal defense is imperative.
Some property crimes include:
- Larceny (theft)
- Arson
- Burglary
- Forgery
- Extortion
- Theft
- Vandalism
- Embezzlement
How Property Crimes Affect You
Like crimes against individuals, property crimes are broken into felonies and misdemeanors. The type of property stolen or damaged, along with the value of that property, will weigh heavily on whether a crime is a felony or misdemeanor, and subsequently the type of consequences. The severity of the offense can also be the determining factor between being charged with a felony or a misdemeanor.
No matter which type of crime you are charged with, contacting a good criminal defense attorney is advisable. At the Jacob Law Firm, one of our top priorities is to always make ourselves available to our clients.
Call us today at (916) 295-6993 to find out what Jacob Law Firm can do for you.