Arlington Heights Misdemeanor Shoplifting Defense Lawyer

Skilled Criminal Defense Attorney for Retail Theft and Employee Pilferage in Arlington Heights, Illinois

Store owners and managers take shoplifting seriously. It is not uncommon for stores to employ secret security personnel to watch for retail theft by customers and employees. They are often quick to accuse and are strict about following a policy of prosecuting to the fullest extent of the law.

If you, or your child has been charged with shoplifting, employee pilferage, or other form of retail theft in Cook County, DuPage County or Lake County, Illinois, it is important that you fight the allegations aggressively. Our Arlington Heights shoplifting defense attorney at Cosley Law Office is here to help, drawing on over three decades of legal experience, having helped many clients with criminal defense cases.

Representing Minors Accused of Retail Theft and Shoplifting in Arlington Heights

Teenagers are under a lot of pressure to keep up with the latest trends and appearances with their peers. When money is not available, the temptation to steal the item from a retail store can be overwhelming. Every year, thousands of good young people with promising futures have their records marked because of a moment of poor judgment. If your minor-aged son or daughter is facing charges of retail theft in adult or juvenile court in your county, our firm is ready to stand up and fight to protect his or her future.

Illinois Shoplifting Laws Can Mean Time in Jail and a Heavy Fine

Shoplifting is not a minor theft crime. Depending upon the value of the items in questions, retail theft can be charged as a Class A misdemeanor, with punishment up to a year in jail and fines up to $2,500. We work with prosecutors to find solutions that will not mean jail time, including restitution, probation and community service, if possible.

Contact Our Arlington Heights, IL Shoplifting Defense Attorney

The right choice of legal counsel can make a significant difference in your case. From our office in Arlington Heights, Cosley Law Office represents clients in Schaumburg, Rolling Meadows and Palatine, and communities throughout the greater metropolitan Chicago area. Contact our Arlington Heights misdemeanor shoplifting defnese lawyer or call 847-253-3100 to set up a free consultation.