Los Angeles Burglary and Theft Defense Lawyer

Property crimes run the gamut from shoplifting, to auto theft, to aggravated robbery and burglary. Each type of theft or burglary case has its own set of circumstances and its own avenue of defense for the accused.

Contact theft crime defense attorney Michael D. Payne to schedule a consultation if you have been charged with a property crime.

If you have been charged with burglary or theft in southern California, contact the law firm of criminal defense lawyer Michael D. Payne, to discuss how we can help. Your charges may be the result of mistaken identification or exaggerated claims based on accounting errors. In some circumstances, the evidence may point to your guilt in white collar crime, credit card fraud or stolen property.

We Will Defend Your Rights

Your constitutional rights will be protected. The prosecution has the burden to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you committed the property crime or other crime as charged. An experienced and zealous criminal defense attorney like Michael D. Payne can protect your rights and fight for a satisfactory resolution to your case.

We Will Argue for the Most Favorable Outcome in Your Case

It may be that your best line of defense is to argue for your release on condition of restitution: you will pay back money that you allegedly took from your company, or return allegedly stolen goods. Other successful outcomes to your theft or burglary case may include one or more of the following:

• Case dismissed
• Bail reduced
• Reduced charges (from felony to misdemeanor, for example)
• Lesser sentencing
• Release upon your commitment to get treatment for an obsessive compulsive disorder or a gambling addiction

The Law Offices of Michael D. Payne provides aggressive counsel and representation for people accused of crimes, including theft, robbery or burglary.

Call to Schedule a Consultation · Experienced Lawyer 626-974-8713, 626-593-1109, or toll free 888-964-1530