Theft and Burglary Criminal Defense Lawyers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Theft and robbery are terms that describe the unlawful taking of someone’s property. Burglary is the crime of breaking into and entering a structure with the intent to commit a felony within, such as theft. There are variouss degrees of the crime of theft, based on the presence of people, and on whether a deadly weapon was used.
Theft by unlawful taking could involve using another person’s credit card, identity theft, theft by illegal use of a computer. It could also include:
- Receiving stolen property, such as a stolen car.
- Welfare fraud, where a person claims welfare benefits they are not entitled to receive.
- Insurance fraud, where a person fails a fraudulent insurance claim. Just the filing of a fraudulent claim is considered insurance fraud. You do not have to receive any benefits. If you mail a fraudulent insurance claim, you could also be charged with mail fraud.
Potential defenses for a charge of theft or robbery may include insufficient evidence or factual innocence. Developing a successful defense to theft charges requires a three-fold approach. They are:
These three vital components form the fabric a successful defense for you. Theft charges are serious allegations and we take them seriously.
If you’ve been charged with a theft crime in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, call Pennsylvania Criminal Defense, Inc. toll-free at (866) 535-2378. Speak with a Philadelphia theft defense attorney today. We offer a free initial consultation. Emergencies are handled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
