Rhode Island Larceny Defense Lawyer
Fight a Larceny Charge in Rhode
Island !
Larceny charges range from misdemeanors to
serious felonies with mandatory jail time,
depending on the circumstances and the value of
the property allegedly stolen. Call me now for a
consultation on your RI larceny, theft, or
related charges I'll let tell you how I can
help. Call now at (401) 662-9006.
What is Larceny ?
Larceny is the act of stealing/theft of any item
of property, goods, or money. Under the laws of
Rhode Island, related categories of larceny
include theft, shoplifting, embezzlement,
misappropriation, unlawful appropriation,
insurance fraud, receiving stolen goods, and
false pretenses.
Penalties For Larceny under
RI Law
If the items stolen are valued at under
$500, the penalties for misdemeanor
larceny is:
- up to a year in jail
- fines of up to $500
If the items stolen are valued at over
$500 or is a firearm it is a
felony larceny charge, with penalties
of:
- up to 10 years in prison
- fines of up to $5000
If the victim of the larceny/theft is over
65, the penalties are increased to:
- 1-5 years in jail, and fines up to $3000
if the value of the item(s) is under $500
- 2-15 years in jail, and fines up to
$5000 if the value of the item(s) is over
$500
The Crime of attempted larceny
carries with it the same penalties as if the
larceny/theft was successful.
If you are convicted of larceny, shoplifting,
receiving stolen goods for a third time (3rd
offense), you will be considered a
habitual offender and face a minimum
punishment of $200-$500 and a mandatory 6 months
to 1 year in jail.
Can I Fight and Win Rhode Island Larceny
Trial?
Yes, you can. I will begin a thorough
investigation of the charges against you to
determine the best defenses and arguments to
challenge the prosecution.
Larceny covers a wide variety of crimes of
different severity and maximum penalties, so
there is no "once size fits all" defense. Call
me to discuss your charges, and I'll go over
your best defense options with you that are
appropriate to your case.
Call me right away for a case evaluation and
consultation, since time is critical to
investigate many possible defenses and prepare
legal motions to protect your rights and
freedom. Call me today for a free legal consultation
on your larceny, theft, or related criminal
charge at (401)
662-9006.
Sincerely, James Powderly, Attorney at Law
Further Reference:
Larceny § 11-41-5 Penalties for
larceny
Attorney James Powderly defends people accused
of shoplifting, theft, larceny, embezzlement,
insurance fraud, receiving stolen goods or
property, false pretenses, misappropriation, and other criminal
charges in
courts across Rhode Island everyday. Call today
for a free, no-obligation, criminal defense
consultation on any RI arrest or charge. (401) 662-9006
James P. Powderly, Esq., A Rhode Island Criminal
Defense Attorney
Powderly Defense Firm
270 Bellevue Avenue, # 341
Newport, RI 02840 |
