SHOPLIFTING/THEFT LAWYER

A SHOPLIFTING/THEFT CHARGE CAN RESULT IN A CRIMINAL RECORD.

If you have been charged with shoplifting, most likely you will be charged with theft over $5000 if the value of the goods stolen is over $5000 and theft under $5000 if the value of the goods stolen is under $5000. The offence of theft is found in section 334 of the Criminal Code.

Chances are if you have been caught shoplifting you will have been detained by store security and the police would have been called. You would have been released by the police on a ‘promise to appear’ in court. You will also have to attend at the local police station and provide your fingerprints. It is important that you speak with a criminal defence lawyer immediately and get legal advice.

Shoplifting is a criminal offence and it can have a serious impact on your life. If convicted, you will end up with a criminal record which would affect your ability to work and travel. It is important that you speak to a criminal defence lawyer that can help you resolve this matter without it having an impact on your life. You need the best defence for your shoplifting case. Speak to a lawyer that can help you from the moment you have been charged up until the matter has been resolved.

If you have been charged with shoplifting contact Vancouver criminal defence lawyer Jas Mangat at 1-604-896-0422 to speak with him for your free 30 minute in office consultation.