Larceny is the unlawful taking and carrying away of someone else’s personal property with the intent to deprive the possessor of it permanently. A larceny charge can be either a felony, grand larceny, or a misdemeanor, petit larceny, depending upon the value of the property taken.
If you or someone you know is charged with larceny, it is critical that a trained and competent Larceny Attorney be retained in order to go to the scene and take photographs, interview witnesses, gather evidence, conduct tests, and conduct other important actions, all of which could play a vital role in defending larceny charges. Early larceny defense work cannot be underestimated.
Possible defenses against larceny charges can include proof that the property was not taken, proof that there was no intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property, proof that the owner authorized the person charged with larceny to take the property, proof that the value of the property is not sufficient to sustain a grand larceny charge, and factually proving innocence.
Anything you say can be used against you in court. Do not discuss the matter with anyone until you have talked with a lawyer.
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