David M. Edelstein, P.A.

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  • Established in 2000
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  • David Edelstein has been defending clients facing criminal investigation and prosecution for close to 25 years. He has maintained an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 2007 and practices in both State & Federal courts.

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Shoplifting & Retail Theft

Shoplifting charges are very common in any criminal defense practice. That doesn't mean, however, that shoplifting is not taken seriously. Shoplifting, also known as retail theft, can be a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the value of the property stolen and the circumstances of the theft. If you have been charged with shoplifting, you should consult with an experienced criminal defense lawyer immediately. Typically, people shoplift by concealing merchandise and then trying to leave the establishment without paying for it. Shoplifting, also known as retail theft, can also be committed by altering a price tag or removing, or attempting to remove, a security tag or other anti-shoplifting device.

Shoplifting arrest cases involve employees seeing someone steal from a store and then arresting them. An experienced Miami shoplifting attorney may be able to assist you in avoiding prosecution, having your record cleared, or bringing about some other favorable result.

Shoplifting can be a misdemeanor charge or a felony charge depending on the value of the merchandise allegedly taken. Petit theft in the first degree is when the value of the property is under $750. If the value of the merchandise is less than $100, it is a petit theft in the second degree. If the item stolen is valued at $750 or more, the charge becomes a felony grand theft.

Shoplifting charges can be devastating for your future, your career, your relationships, and even your general well-being. They can affect your ability to get or keep future jobs. If you've been charged with shoplifting, hiring an experienced shoplifter defense attorney who can help you navigate this difficult time is important. An experienced shoplifting attorney can provide you with a strong defense strategy and will know how to put together a solid case for their clients to either get the case dismissed or minimize the possible penalties. Don't take the chance of fighting shoplifting charges without the help of a lawyer who has experience defending individuals in merchant theft cases. Contact our firm today for a free consultation about your case.

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David Edelstein: Attorney with David M. Edelstein, P.A.
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Criminal Defense, Identity Theft, Parole and Probation, Child Abuse and Neglect, Expungements, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence, Federal Criminal Law, Criminal Appeals, Corporate Criminal Law, Felonies, Misdemeanors, Drugs and Narcotics, Drug Crimes, Assault and Battery, Theft, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault, Business Crimes, Commercial Crimes, Internet Crimes, Computer Crime, Criminal Conspiracy, White Collar Criminal Defense, White Collar Fraud, Administrative Law, Federal Practice, Administrative Hearings and Appeals, Constitutional Law, Federal Litigation, Litigation, Criminal Law, International Criminal Law, Juvenile Law, Injunctions, Warrants, Probation Violations, Shoplifting, Retail Theft View More

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Miami, FL

Civil Litigation, Civil Trial, Criminal, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Litigation/Trial Advocacy/Advocacy, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Trial, Theft, Weapons Charges, Expungements, Federal Criminal Law, DUI/DWI, Drug Crimes, Felonies, Homicide, Juvenile Law, Misdemeanors, Parole and Probation, Sex Crimes, Domestic Violence, Sexting, Restraining Orders, Assault, RICO, White Collar Crime, Criminal Law, Immigration, Employment Visas, Investor Visas View More

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Leonard S. Feuer: Attorney with David M. Edelstein, P.A.
Leonard S. Feuer
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Miami, FL

Assault, Criminal Law, Drivers License Suspension, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, ERISA, Expungements, Felonies, Juvenile, Misdemeanors, Parole and Probation, RICO, White Collar Crime, Drug & Alcohol Crimes, Property & Theft Crimes, Violent Crimes, Sexual O, Appellate Practice, Criminal Appellate, Government, Litigation/Trial Advocacy/Advocacy, Trial, Identity Theft, Child Abuse and Neglect, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence, Federal Criminal Law, Corporate Criminal Law, Drugs and Narcotics, Assault and Battery, Theft, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault, Business Crimes, Commercial Crimes, Internet Crimes, Computer Crime, Criminal Conspiracy, White Collar Criminal Defense, Federal Practice, Administrative Hearings and Appeals, Constitutional Law, International Criminal Law View More

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