Robbery and Theft Defense Attorney in Martinez
- Have you been charged with theft in the Bay Area?
- Are you unsure why you have been charged with a robbery?
- Do you want an aggressive criminal defense lawyer handling your case?
At the Law Office of Roberta Brooks, we have successfully represented clients accused of both misdemeanor and felony crimes. If you have been arrested it is important that you talk to an attorney before you talk to the police. Anything you say to a lawyer is confidential; however what you say to the police may and most likely will be used against you.
At the Law Office of Roberta Brooks in Martinez, California, we can help you understand the charges you face and explain the options available to you. We represent clients in Fairfield, Vallejo, Pittsburg, Antioch, Richmond, Oakland, San Francisco, Concord, Walnut Creek, Oakley, Brentwood and several Northern California counties.
Call 925-228-3400 for your free initial consultation.
The Law Office of Roberta Brooks • Aggressive Criminal Defense
If you face criminal charges relating to theft or robbery, you face serious potential consequences including jail time. At the Law Office of Roberta Brooks, we only practice criminal defense. We have a law enforcement background and experience working with prosecutors and judges. We know how to get you the best possible results.
- Theft: In California, theft is divided into grand theft and petty theft. A grand theft is committed when the value of the property exceeds four hundred dollars. Grand theft can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances of your case.
- Robbery: California courts define robbery as an aggravated or compounded larceny, that is, a theft with an added element of force or violence. For example, a petty theft can become a robbery if you use for to take property from the victim. The offense can also be a strike for sentencing purposes, which may subject you to a lengthy prison sentence.
- Burglary: Breaking and entering into someone else's property with the intent to steal or commit a felony is considered a burglary. Like robbery, burglary can also be a strike depending on it characterization - first degree or second degree.
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At the Law Office of Roberta Brooks, we are dedicated to providing our clients with aggressive representation. With a background in law enforcement combined with courtroom experience, we are able to assist our clients in achieving favorable results - including dismissals, reduction of charges, diversion, deferred entry of judgement, and sentencing alternatives to custody. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation. Se habla español.
