The period of time following an arrest can be both confusing and distressing. Defendants are usually worried about a number of things, including how a conviction could impact their futures and whether fighting the charges are even worth it. To answer these questions, a defendant must first understand the formal charge. Here is some information that may be helpful to those facing identity theft charges.
Three men arrested in alleged attempted theft
Three California men were arrested for their alleged involvement in an attempted burglary. Police booked the men into an area jail, where they are facing a number of different criminal charges. Those charges include possession of burglary tools and other theft-related charges.
Treat your misdemeanor charge as the serious matter that it is
Being charged with a criminal offense is always a serious matter. However, based on what you might have seen in TV shows or movies, you might understand that your misdemeanor charges still need careful and thorough attention. While it is true that felonies are more serious than misdemeanors, you can still face undesirable criminal and person consequences if convicted of a misdemeanor charge.
Understanding California's theft laws
Simple mistakes, misunderstandings or minor errors in judgment can sometimes result in serious consequences. For example, it is not uncommon for a misunderstanding between two parties to result in an allegation of theft. Understanding California's theft laws is an important part of building a strong defense against these types of allegations. Even those who briefly exercised poor judgment should be sure to explore this topic when preparing defense plans.
Be prepared to face your theft charges
If you were recently arrested for allegedly taking another person's property, you probably have a lot of questions about your current situation. Theft charges are quite serious in California, so your position at work, school or even in your local community could be at risk. You could also end up spending time behind bars if convicted. Here are a few things you should know about theft charges.
Police charge woman posing as nanny for theft, cruelty to child
Police in California recently arrested a woman they say had been falsely posing as a nanny. She is charged with identity theft as well as cruelty to a child by inflicting injury. Police say this is not her first encounter with the law nor her first time being accused of pretending to be a nanny.
