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Marietta Theft Crimes Attorney

Arrested and charged for a theft crime?

If you or a loved one has recently been arrested and charged for a theft crime, retaining experienced and skilled legal assistance should be your first priority. Regardless of the what kind of theft crime allegations are involved, the consequences you face can be severe. Penalties for theft offenses can include hefty fines, a criminal record, and possible terms of imprisonment. These accusations can threaten nearly every aspect of your life.

At The Merchant Law Firm, our legal team has defended numerous clients accused of theft crimes. We are prepared to draw from these experiences to provide you with the representation you need to resolve your case as favorably as possible.

Our firm is prepared to defend against any theft crime allegation, including:

Theft Crime Defenses

Our Marietta criminal defense lawyers have logged thousands of hours refining the skills and strategies needed to effectively defend against theft crime allegations. We understand the severity of these charges and know that the potential penalties you face can be life-altering.

Aside from fines and terms of imprisonment, you also face a criminal conviction on your record. Considered a "crime of moral turpitude," theft crimes are viewed distastefully by many prospective employees, landlords, and others who conduct background checks. Simply put, being convicted of a theft crime can place numerous limitations on your life and your future.

Defenses for theft crimes vary depending on which offense the defendant has been accused of committing. For example, if you are facing charges of burglary, you could have your charges and sentence reduced by proving that you had no intention of committing a crime inside a structure at the time you entered the building. Robbery charges could be fought by proving that the item(s) in question was offered or given to you and that you did not take them from the alleged victim.

As for shoplifting, it may be that you were simply distracted and forgot to pay, or that a store employee failed to remove a security tag from one of the items that you purchased. Whatever the case may be, our attorneys will work tirelessly to disprove the allegations against you and obtain a reduction or dismissal of your charges.

Marietta Criminal Attorney Protecting Your Rights throughout Every Step

At The Merchant Law Firm, we pride ourselves on the fact that we are able to provide our clients with the support they deserve. Throughout every step of the legal process, you can be sure that our legal team has your back and that we invest a great deal of personal commitment into protecting your rights, your freedom and your future. With nearly two decades of legal experience and a superb rating from Avvo for each of our lawyers, you can be confident in our abilities to deliver the results you need.

If you would like to discuss your case with a member of our legal team, contact The Merchant Law Firm today!

Why You Should Entrust Our Firm:

  • Respected Legal Commentator

    Ashleigh Merchant is frequently featured on local and national news media, where she is asked to share her commentary on major cases.

  • Super Lawyers Rising Star, Ashleigh Merchant

    Included in the 2014 Georgia Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ edition. This list is compiled after thorough peer reviews and nominations.

  • Repeat Rising Star Winner, John B. Merchant

    Named among the Georgia Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ for 2009 through 2011. The list includes 2.5% of attorneys in the state.

  • Earned "Superb" Ratings on Avvo - 10.0

    Both our attorneys have earned the prestigious 10.0 Superb score on Avvo, which is the highest rating an attorney can receive.

Former Client Testimonials

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