Embezzlement and Larceny
in Virginia
Attorney David Lawrence works with each client to prepare them for court. Sometimes people need to defend against criminal or traffic charges and sometimes they need to prosecute or sue someone that has hurt them.
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The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC Offers Strong Defense to Protect Your Rights
Are you looking for a defense attorney for embezzlement and larceny in Virginia? The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC protects the rights of Southwest Virginia residents facing many types of property-related criminal charges. For strong defense on theft crimes, contact us in Roanoke, VA, today to discuss your matter in confidence. Call (540) 982-2606 today or contact us online to schedule a personal consultation about embezzlement or larceny matters.
Embezzlement Charges in Southwest Virginia
The law regards embezzlement as a type of property theft, punishable according to the value of the stolen item. For instance, penalties for stolen property worth less than $200 yield a fine of up to $2,500, up to a year in jail, or both. For stolen property worth more than $200, the penalty may be at the discretion of the judge. It may be a fine of up to $2,500, up to a year in jail, or both, or one to 20 years in prison. Contact us if you are the victim of embezzlement or facing criminal charges in Southwest Virginia.
Bad Checks and Larceny in the State of Virginia
If you write a check to an establishment or another person while there are insufficient funds to cover it, you may face charges. If the intent is to defraud, then writing a bad check is a crime; namely, “larceny.” Grand larceny and petit larceny are the criminal charges brought for committing fraud by writing and delivering such a check. Depending on the severity of the crime, punishment for grand larceny can include fines up to $2,500. In addition, you face up to a year in jail, or imprisonment for one to 20 years. Petit larceny is a misdemeanor and punishable by up to one year in jail. If law enforcement charges you with writing a bad check, contact us today.
Aggressive & Experienced Legal Representation for Credit Card Crimes
Credit card theft, fraud, and forgery are illegal in the state of Virginia, punishable by fines, jail time, and more. The law regards credit card theft as grand larceny, credit card fraud is a misdemeanor, and credit card forgery is a Class 5 felony. Our firm offers defense for both victims and perpetrators of credit card crimes in Southwest Virginia. Secure aggressive and experienced legal representation for credit card crimes. Call The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC in Roanoke to consult with a tenacious attorney for embezzlement and larceny in Virginia.