Charged with Larceny/Shoplifting in New York?
Under New York’s criminal laws, Larceny is synonymous with Theft. If you have been charged with Larceny, Grand Larceny, Petit / Petty Larceny, it means that the State of New York alleges that you have stolen something. A shoplifting offense is charged as a larceny crime. The degree with which you are charged depends on an estimate of the value of that property. If you made a mistake, don’t beat yourself up. We can try to fix the problem with the minimum penalty possible. Everyone makes mistakes, and does things they regret. And or course, if you aren’t guilty, then it is important for the courts to hear your side of the story and get the facts right. I know it is frustrating to be accused of something you didn’t do, but the New York criminal justice system is messy and imperfect. But sometimes you have to fight just to defend yourself against false charges. Whatever happened, you deserve fair treatment by the courts. I will work to give you that fair hearing, and an opportunity to fix
