Los Angeles Grand Theft Defense Attorney

In California, grand theft, which is often referred to as larceny, is a felony that is defined as the theft of money or property valued at more than $400. Most cases of grand theft in the Los Angeles metropolitan region involve stolen cars and embezzlement. If you have been charged with grand theft, you should be aware that it can count as the third strike in a "three strike" offense, and must be defended aggressively. And, if a gun is involved, you may face a gun enhancement charge which can add 10 to 20 years to a prison sentence.

I am criminal defense lawyer Robert Helfend of the law firm Robert Michael Helfend, Attorney at Law, in Los Angeles. I have more than 20 years of experience representing people charged with grand theft crimes. Due to my reputation for integrity and my straightforward, honest, and ethical defense strategies, my efforts to dismiss or reduce charges are taken seriously by prosecutors and judges. I do everything that is ethically possible to suppress evidence, challenge probable cause, and protect the best interests of my clients. When necessary, I also enlist the aid of independent experts and professional witnesses to help present a clear case for reducing your charges to a non-felony, which would not trigger the three strikes law.

Contact my office in Los Angeles, California, to discuss your felony grand theft or larceny charges. When you are selecting a criminal defense attorney, choose a lawyer you can trust.

I provide effective defense for theft and larceny charges such as:

Burglary
Embezzlement
Shoplifting
Car theft

I also defend people in grand theft cases involving identity theft and Internet crimes involving allegations of online purchases with a stolen credit card.

Grand Theft Auto

The laws about car theft in California are complex. Even if the stolen vehicle was a junker that won't start, the scrap owner may declare that the scrap or insurance value was over $400 and a charge of grand theft auto is possible. Your attorney must have the experience to negotiate your charges down to a misdemeanor charge, based on reality. I have a reputation for integrity among prosecutors and judges. When I sit down to negotiate a realistic charge, my integrity and reputation for excellence serve you well.

Contact the grand theft defense law firm of Robert Michael Helfend, Attorney at Law, to discuss your charges with me.