Rhode Island Shoplifting Defense Lawyer
Fight Your Shoplifting Charge in Rhode
Island!
A Shoplifting charge is often the result of a
desperate or impulsive behavior, that a person
instantly regrets. If you've made a mistake, and
been arrested for shoplifting, don't beat
yourself up. Anyone can make a mistake.
But the consequences of that mistake can be
serious. Any criminal conviction may result in a
criminal record that has an impact for the rest
of your life. But there are options and defenses
to prevent or minimize the effect if you act
quickly. Call me now for a consultation on a
shoplifting charge in Rhode Island, and I'll let
you know exactly what I can do to help at
(401) 992-4072.
What is Shoplifting ?
Shoplifting is the act of intending to deprive a
merchant of the full retail value of any retail
merchandise. You can be charged with shoplifting
if you leave a store with items you haven't paid
for, if you conceal products while in the store,
or if you switch price tags within the store.
RI Laws &
Penalties on Shoplifting
The penalties for misdemeanor
shoplifting is:
- up to a year in jail
- fines of $50 - $500, or two time the
retail value of the items stolen
Shoplifting becomes a felony
charge if there if it is a second (2nd) or
subsequent offense, and the item shop lifted is
valued at over $100. Under Rhode Island criminal
law, felony shoplifting penalties are:
- up to 5 years in jail
- fines of up to $5000
Can I beat a Rhode Island Shoplifting
Charge?
Yes, there are always legitimate defenses in
shoplifting cases, depending on the evidence
against you. I will argue for a dismissal of all
the charges if the store doesn't have absolutely
clear evidence that you stole or intended to
steal the items they claim. We can argue
unintentional concealment where appropriate. Or
we may be able to get the charges dropped or
reduced in return for restitution in some cases.
Call me for a case evaluation and
consultation, and I'll go over your options and
what your best chances are to beat the case.
Call me today for a free legal consultation
on your vandalism or other criminal
charge at (401) 992-4072.
Sincerely, James Powderly, Attorney at Law
Further Reference:
Shoplifting § 11-41-20 Shoplifting
Attorney James Powderly defends people accused
of vandalism, trespassing, 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) 992-4072
James P. Powderly, Esq., A Rhode Island Criminal
Defense Attorney
Powderly Defense Firm
37 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 |
