Santa Ana- A women who resides in Santa Ana was recently the victim of grand theft auto. The victim alleges that she had just parked her car in front of her house. She states that she was getting her three children out of the car when two men approached her. The two men then ordered her to get out of the car. The victim immediately complied with the suspect and grabbed her children. Police state that no one was injured.
Grand theft auto is considered a theft crime in California. It can be found in the California Penal code section 487(d). The code section states that Grand theft occurs when a car is stolen. This situation is unique compared to how most grand theft crimes are defined. Usually grand theft occurs when what is stolen amounts to more than $400, however is a car is stolen it automatically becomes grand theft. It can also be defined in the California 1085 and it states any person who drives or takes a vehicle that does not belong to them and with the intent either to permanently or temporarily deprive the owner of the vehicle. In California this is considered a wobbler, which means it can be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor. However if the car is over a certain amount of money it could be charged as a felony.
Having a grand theft auto charge on your record is serious. If a person is found guilty of the charge they could face fines, and a jail sentence. It is important to hire a Orange County criminal defense attorney if you are facing grand theft auto charges.
How could a Santa Ana criminal defense attorney help you in your theft crime case?
At the Law Office of Michael Guisti, our attorney has had years of experience helping clients in their felony and misdemeanor cases. During our years of practicing law, we have helped clients with various charges such as murder, domestic violence, and white collar crimes like embezzlement, assault, battery and even professional license cases.
If you or a loved one is facing a criminal charges retain a Orange County criminal defense attorney today. We help clients in Orange County, Los Angels, Riverside, San Diego and San Bernardino County. Call our office today at (714)530-9690 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com for more information.
