California Penal Code Section 484A
Have you been charged with Orange County Theft? Violation of Penal Code 484A can be a serious misdemeanor or felony offense. MacGregor & Collins have 30 years of combined legal experience defending in Orange County Theft cases. The attorneys at MacGregor & Collins will help you make sense of the Orange County Petty Theft charges that you are facing and provide you with unparalleled legal defense.
California Penal Code 484A characterizes specifically what theft is. It outlines the variables necessary for prosecutors to take a theft case to trial. The elements of the crime of theft include:
- Any individual who unlawfully steals the valuables of someone else
- Any individual who deceitfully takes advantage of a personal property that was entrusted to him or her
- Any individual who fraudulently impersonates someone else to defraud that individual, whether it be cash, personal property or labor for their own benefit or financial gain.
The elements spell out the various forms of theft, whether it be grand theft, petty theft or embezzlement. In addition, the fines for theft will vary based on the value of items stolen.
Petty Theft (Items valued under $950)
- Petty theft is a misdemeanor punishable by:
- A fine of up to $1000 and/or
- Imprisonment in county jail for up to six months
Grand Theft (Items valued over $950)
The penalties or punishment for grand theft depend on a number of factors including your criminal history and the circumstances surrounding the case. Grand theft can be filed under (felony or misdemeanor), and those found guilty can face:
- Misdemeanor:
- Up to I Year in the Orange County Jail
- A maximum $1,000 fine
- Felony:
- 16 Months-2-3 Years in the California State Prison
- A maximum $10,000 fine
There are omissions to the fines of petty or grand theft. As a case in point, if someone steals a firearm, agriculture or livestock worth less than $950, they will be charged with grand theft.
If you are facing charges for California Penal Code Section 484A Theft, we can help. MacGregor & Collins are ready to provide you the Orange County Theft Attorney services you need. We will help you understand the charges against you and get you the best possible outcome for your case. Call MacGregor & Collins today at (949) 250-6097.
