Theft Offenses

Theft offenses are some of most common crimes in Central Ohio, but there is no such thing as a minor theft offense. Shoplifting a pack of gum may result in a first degree misdemeanor theft charge, which can carry up to six months in jail and a $1,000.00 fine. While the maximum penalties are rarely given, especially to first time offenders, people often fail to realize the significant impact a theft conviction can have on their ability to find employment. Mr. Davis has successfully resolved more than a hundred theft cases, many of them ending in dismissals and quick expungements. No matter what field of work you are in, no one can afford to have a theft conviction on their record.

Most major retailers have civil demand letters that they send to people caught shoplifting in their stores. These strongly worded letters demand that offenders pay three times as much as they stole, which is often more than $1,000.00. In many cases, Mr. Davis has been able to save his clients this money. DO NOT PAY A CIVIL DEMAND LETTER TO A RETAILER WITHOUT TALKING TO A LAWYER FIRST. Call Bruce Davis to set up a free consultation. One call could save you thousands of dollars in damages that you dont need to pay.

Our Columbus Criminal Lawyer Handles Felony Theft

While most theft charges are misdemeanors, when the dollar amount of the theft is larger than $500.00, or the theft is of checks or credit cards, the theft can be a felony with much higher penalties. Mr. Davis has handled a large number of felony theft cases, including many cases of employee theft. In some cases involving the theft of thousands of dollars, Mr. Davis has still been able to achieve dismissals or pleas to lower misdemeanors. Felony theft cases are often accompanied by other criminal charges such as forgery, fraud, passing bad checks, and possession of criminal tools. There are also theft charges involving the government, such as unemployment and Medicaid fraud, which are serious felonies. If you have been charged with felony theft or any financial crime, call Mr. Davis for a free consultation.

Bruce Davis also has experience handling federal financial crimes such theft, credit card fraud, wire fraud, mail fraud, and money laundering. Large scale financial crimes that take place in more than one state, or involve multiple banks, are often handled in federal court. A federal criminal case is significantly different than a case in state court and usually has much harsher penalties. If you are under investigation for or have been charged with a federal crime, you need experienced and aggressive representation. Mr. Davis is licensed to practice in the Southern District of Ohio and can assist you with any federal financial crimes.