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The most common type of theft offense in Georgia and throughout the country is known as theft by shoplifting, retail theft or simply shoplifting. At The Law Office of Sean J. McIlhinney, P.C., our clients are personally and aggressively represented by attorney Sean J. McIlhinney. Sean is dedicated to standing up for the rights of individuals facing criminal charges, including shoplifting and other theft offenses. Using his experience, he is able to construct a shoplifting defense that is tailored to meet your needs and goals for the case, whether your goal is a full dismissal, a plea bargain or an acquittal at trial.
To be charged with theft by shoplifting means that you have been accused of taking merchandise from a retail store through fraudulent means, including concealing the stolen merchandise as you exit the store (concealment), swapping or altering price tags or signs, or transferring the merchandise from one container to another. Sean views the entire situation and reviews the evidence that the store or police have in order to structure a strong shoplifting defense on your behalf.
Possession of stolen property or stolen goods is also a serious charge that can accompany a shoplifting charge. A knowledgeable lawyer can explain how an accusation of stealing and possessing stolen property is viewed by the courts.
Misdemeanor vs. Felony
If you have been charged with misdemeanor theft by shoplifting, this means that the value of the merchandise that was taken is $300 or less. If you have been charged with felony theft by shoplifting, this means that the value of the merchandise is more than $300, this is your 4th shoplifting offense (regardless of the value of the merchandise) and/or you have shoplifted items from 3 different stores in the same Georgia county within 7 days with a total value of $100 or more.
It is important for clients to know that clients may receive 1 to 10 years in jail for a conviction on a theft by shoplifting charge. If you are convicted of a 4th felony theft by shoplifting offense, you will be sentenced to a minimum of 1 year in jail as a mandatory minimum sentence.
If convicted of shoplifting, you face severe penalties that may have an extensive impact on your life and future. Sean is a committed advocate for all clients throughout the course of their shoplifting defense and other criminal defense matters.
To learn more about your options for structuring your shoplifting defense, contact the firm for a FREE consultation today.
Top Notch Counsel -- Experience Counts
Sean J. McIlhinney
Attorney at Law
4036 Wetherburn Way
Suite A
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone (678) 387-6920
Cell Phone (404) 932-3099
Fax (678) 387-6926
To Email Sean Click Here