Cumming Shoplifting Defense Lawyer
If you have been arrested for shoplifting at Walmart, you should be aware that the store has a hard-line policy on prosecuting theft cases. To avoid potentially serious consequences, you should contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
The Siemon Law Firm has successfully represented juveniles and adults arrested for shoplifting in Milton, Cumming and other communities in the metro Atlanta area. If you or a member of your family has been arrested for shoplifting at Walmart, call 866-497-5134 or send us an e-mail to arrange for a free consultation.
Don't Plead Guilty to Shoplifting Charges
Many people arrested for shoplifting are embarrassed and just want to make the charges go away quickly. Unfortunately, pleading guilty will not make the charges go away. Pleading guilty to shoplifting will result in a permanent criminal record that will follow you around for the rest of your life.
There are two levels of shoplifting charges in Georgia:
- Shoplifting less than $300 in merchandise is a misdemeanor
- Shoplifting items worth $300 or more is a felony
Walmart is known for prosecuting even juvenile first-time offenders and cases involving merchandise worth less than $25.
Defenses to Shoplifting Charges
Even if you think you are guilty of the charges, there are many things an experienced attorney can do to prevent a poor decision from becoming a permanent criminal record.
Our lawyers will review the facts of your case and explain your options. You are presumed innocent until you are proven guilty, and sometimes the circumstances of your case may allow our attorneys to beat the charges or at least minimize penalties. If this is your first shoplifting offense, our lawyers may be able to resolve the charges without the stigma of a criminal conviction.
Contact Our Shoplifting Defense Lawyers
If you have been arrested for shoplifting at Walmart, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at our firm who knows how to build the best possible defense. For a free initial consultation, call 770-884-7067, 866-497-5134, or contact us online.
