Receiving Stolen Property

Our Orange County Criminal Defense Attorneys can help you and your case. We have handled thousands of theft cases for people just like you. By providing information, a strategy, and professional expertise, our law firm can guide you to a successful conclusion of your receiving stolen property case.

I Was Arrested For Receiving Stolen Property. What Am I Looking At?

When you are charged with receiving stolen property in California, you are charged with the crime of Penal Code section 486. That code section states:

Penal Code 496 PC: “(a) Every person who buys or receives any property that has been stolen or that has been obtained in any manner constituting theft or extortion, knowing the property to be so stolen or obtained, or who conceals, sells, withholds, or aids in concealing, selling, or withholding any property from the owner, knowing the property to be so stolen or obtained, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year, or imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170. However, if the value of the property does not exceed nine hundred fifty dollars ($950), the offense shall be a misdemeanor, punishable only by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, if such person has no prior convictions for an offense specified in clause (iv) of subparagraph (C) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (e) of Section 667 or for an offense requiring registration pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 290.”

Notice that the case can be filed as a misdemeanor, or a felony, depending on the valuer of the property involved. Your criminal case is prosecuted by the Prosecutor’s Office.

As you know, prosecutors, the courts, and even the law, all want to show how tough they are on crime. The punishment includes potential jail time, and thousands of dollars in fines if not handled correctly. Don’t let the system excessively punish you without looking at all sides. Although you probably are still dealing with the impact from your arrest, this is more serious than you realize.

The law has a maximum (six months in jail, and a fine and fees that total $5000) and a minimum (three years probation, an alcohol school, and base fines of $390). Theft cases are sometimes reduced to another charge, which would reduce the sentencing range.

The solution – how to defend a Receiving Stolen Property case

There is a way out of this. The best way to handle a case is to be prepared, and to methodically and responsibly handle everything through a professional that has criminal defense experience. That law firm is Miller and Associates. Our approach to case preparation is comprehensive. We review all evidence and documents, and enlist any experts from our network of professionals whose opinions may help to bolster your case.

What our past clients have stated about us

Many clients helped by our firm in the past can attest to our great results. We have many top ratings and reviews, including the Avvo Lawyer Rating Client’s Choice Award, and the “clients love us” award on Yelp, based upon our representation.

“Robert is professional, incredibly intelligent and not only a great attorney, but a great person to work with.” – Rebecca N., from Yelp.

“I found Robert Miller to be both professional and approachable. He returned my calls quickly and answered my questions with confidence. I felt that he explored every option available to me and fought hard on my behalf. I would gladly recommend Robert Miller to anyone who needs top-notch legal counsel and specifically a great DUI defense attorney.” – Elizabeth O., from Yelp

“Strongly recommend Attorney Robert Miller for legal services. Robert is passionate about law and representing his clients. He is approachable, extremely knowledgable and has a track record that is hard to beat”. — Brett W., from Yelp

“Robert is the true definition of an expert and professional. I came into this situation knowing that I needed the best and I was recommended to Robert Miller & Associates. I can GLADLY say not only would I HIGHLY recommend him, he is the ONLY attorney I would ever think about hiring. My entire case was dismissed.” – from a client’s Avvo review

As one client stated about their experience:

“During two meetings with Robert and several telephone conversations we were able to craft a defense strategy. In several court appearances Robert was able to convince the district attorney of our defense. Ultimately the case was dismissed. Robert gets a five star rating from me. He is professional and easy to reach either by phone or email or even text message. His fees are fair and very competitive.” (Maurice N., from a Yelp review).

What other attorneys say about our expertise

Even other attorneys in the field know that our law firm has the expertise and knowledge to handle your matter. We have top ratings from colleagues within our area of expertise. As one stated:

“I highly endorse Mr. Miller. Very experienced and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first.” (Mark Clay, Esq., from one of over 60 attorney endorsements through Avvo.)

Meet Our Skilled Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Orange County Criminal Defense Lawyer, Robert Miller, is a member of the National College of DUI Defense, the DUI Defense Lawyers Association, and the California DUI Lawyers Association, among many other certifications and professional organizations. He is known for being a top Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney.

He is also the author of two books on DUI, both published by Aspatore Press, geared towards instructing other attorneys on matters of DUI defense.

The Washington Post, the BBC, NPR, ABC 7 News, have consulted with and have had Robert Miller appear on television and radio to provide legal commentary on cases in the news.

Why Hire Us for Your Receiving Stolen Property Case?

With impeccable credentials, hundreds of great results in criminal defense cases, and over 23 years of courtroom and trial experience, Robert Miller is the right choice for any case where you need a Defense Attorney .

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