If you are convicted for a theft crime like robbery, you may be facing very serious consequences. Not only are you looking at fines and potentially incarceration, you are also facing the likelihood that you will be considered a thief for life. With a theft crime on your record, you may have difficulty obtaining gainful employment. You need help from someone you can rely on.
Robbery Charges in San Jose
Our San Jose robbery defense lawyers at the Law Offices of Valencia, Ippolito & Bowman offer aggressive representation for those charged with theft crimes like robbery. We can confidently represent you in court. With more than 65 years of combined experience, whether you are under investigation for this type of crime or you have been charged, we will fight for you. Contact our San Jose robbery defense law firm by calling us at 877-7NO-JAIL.
Our law firm has won numerous awards, including being named Criminal Defense Firm of the Year by San Jose Magazine.
Handling Theft Crimes: Robbery, Burglary and Shoplifting
Robbery is defined under the law as theft of a person with the use of force or fear. The crime may be defined as aggravated robbery if the individual using force carries a weapon. The consequence for a robbery case may carry three to six years of incarceration as a penalty. In addition, prosecutors may be searching for additional charges like false imprisonment, which can intensify the charge.
It is important to understand that a robbery is a serious offense because it is considered a "strike offense" under California's three strike system — one of the most severe sentencing laws in the country. Under the law, if you are charged with a "strike offense" the charges accumulate against you. After your second strike offense, your prison term is doubled and if you have three strikes, you may have a life sentence, even for a non-violent crime. This law was passed to try to address recidivism for crimes. Because of these laws, it is extremely important that you address each charge you have.
Free Consultation With a San Jose Robbery Defense Attorney
When you need the help of a California criminal lawyer, call our law firm at 877-7NO-JAIL or send us an e-mail. We offer payment plans, credit card payments and evening or weekend consultations. Se habla español.
