Grand Blanc, MI Shoplifting/Retail Fraud Lawyer

Shoplifting/Retail Fraud Lawyer for Grand Blanc, Michigan

In Grand Blanc, all misdemeanor cases of shoplifting or retail fraud are handled in the 67th District Court, while felony cases are escalated to the 7th Circuit Court. Legally termed as retail fraud in Michigan, facing charges of this nature can significantly impact both personal and professional standing. Thankfully, our attorney at The Law Office of Julian J. Poota boasts 18 years of experience in managing such cases and is prepared to offer assistance. As a fully licensed Michigan law firm, the Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC, is committed to safeguarding the rights of clients throughout Grand Blanc who are confronted with allegations of retail fraud.

Shoplifting and Retail Fraud Cases in Grand Blanc

Charges of shoplifting and retail fraud arise from theft, which may involve tactics like switching price tags to pay less for an item. These cases entail serious repercussions, emphasizing the necessity of retaining the services of a skilled attorney. Shoplifting charges can have enduring impacts on future employment and financial prospects, potentially resulting in imprisonment or fines. The Law Office of Julian J. Poota is dedicated to vigorously advocating for your shoplifting case to secure the best possible outcome.

Shoplifting and Retail Fraud Degrees and Penalties in Grand Blanc

A first degree shoplifting charge occurs when a person does any of the following:

• While the store is open to the public, alters, transfers, removes and replaces, conceals, or in any other way misrepresents the price of an item with the intent to not pay for the item or to pay less than the actual price, when the resulting difference is over $1,000.
• While the store is open to the public, steals an item from the store priced at $1,000 or more.
• With intent to defraud, obtains or attempts to obtain money or store property as a refund or exchange for property that was not paid for and belongs to that store, if the amount of money or price of property to be obtained is $1,000 or more.

First Degree Retail Fraud (felony): Jail time of up to 5 years and a potential fine of either $10,000 or three times the value of the stolen property, whichever is greater.

A second degree Michigan shoplifting charge occurs when the accused has done any of the following:

• While the store is open to the public, alters, transfers, removes and replaces, conceals, or in any other way misrepresents the price of an item with the intent to not pay for the item or to pay less than the actual price, when the resulting difference is between $200 and $1,000
• While the store is open to the public, steals an item from the store priced between $200 and $1,000.
• With intent to defraud, obtains or attempts to obtain money or store property as a refund or exchange for property that was not paid for and belongs to that store, if the amount of money or price of property to be obtained is between $200 and $1,000.

Second Degree Retail Fraud (misdemeanor): Jail time of up to 1 year and a potential fine of either $2,000 or three times the value of the stolen property, whichever is greater.

Retail fraud in the third degree occurs when a person does any of the following:

• While the store is open to the public, alters, transfers, removes and replaces, conceals, or in any other way misrepresents the price of an item with the intent to not pay for the item or to pay less than the actual price, when the resulting difference is less than $200.
• While the store is open to the public, steals an item from the store priced at under $200.
• With intent to defraud, obtains or attempts to obtain money or store property as a refund or exchange for property that was not paid for and belongs to that store, if the amount of money or price of property to be obtained is under $200.

Third Degree Retail Fraud (misdemeanor): Jail time of up to 93 days and a potential fine of either $500 or three times the value of the stolen property, whichever is greater.

Contact us for Grand Blanc Shoplifting and Retail Fraud Charges

If you or someone you know needs a shoplifting or retail fraud lawyer in Grand Blanc, Michigan, our experienced attorney at The Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC can help you. We offer clients a free initial consultation. To discuss your current legal situation, call us at (888) 399-7979 or contact us online.

Shoplifting/Retail Fraud Attorney for the 67th District Court

The 67th District Court is located at 17100 Silver Pkwy. #C, Fenton, MI 48430

The 67th District Court judges are:

Honorable Magistrate Rhonda Carey

Shoplifting/Retail Fraud Lawyer for the 7^th Circuit Court

The 7th Circuit Court is located at 900 Saginaw St, Flint, MI 48502

The 7th Circuit Court judges are:

Honorable Celeste D. Bell

Honorable B. Chris Christenson

Honorable John A. Gadola

Honorable Khary L. Hanible

Honorable Ariana E. Heath

Honorable Elizabeth A. Kelly

Honorable Mark W. Latchana

Honorable David J. Newblatt

Honorable Brian S. Pickell

Honorable Dawn M. Weier

We can be reached 24/7 at 888-399-7979 for a free consultation regarding your Grand Blanc shoplifting or retail fraud case.