Property Crime Attorneys in Monroe, NC

Providing Aggressive Legal Defense from Start to Finish

If you or your loved one has been arrested for a property crime, you need to hire an aggressive criminal defense attorney immediately. Failing to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney early in the process may result in a poor outcome.

Our property crime lawyers in Monroe, NC have extensive experience handling cases involving:

• Breaking and/or Entering
• Larceny of a Firearm
• Obtaining Property by False Pretenses
• Injury to Personal Property
• Injury to Real Property
• Trespassing
• Larceny of a Motor Vehicle

Call us at (704) 271-2141 to start your case today with a complimentary consultation.

Penalties for Property Crimes

In North Carolina property crimes can be a felony or misdemeanor, depending upon a number of factors. These factors include: the amount alleged to have been taken, the value of the property, the location of the offense, the type of property involved, and a number of other factors.

For example, larceny of property with a value of more than $1,000 is a Class H felony, whereas larceny of property with a value of $1,000 or less is a Class 1 misdemeanor. A class H felony is punishable by a maximum punishment of 25 – 39 months in prison; while a Class 1 misdemeanor is punishable by a maximum punishment of 120 days in jail. In some instances, Larceny is a felony no matter what the value of the property is.

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While viewed by some as less serious, property crimes can still result in felony convictions, jail time, and fines. If you have been charged with a property crime, your reputation, livelihood, and freedom could be at stake. Our attorneys are ready to evaluate the evidence against you and begin preparing a defense. Do not wait, call our office today.

Contact us at (704) 271-2141 to request a free consultation.