Rancho Cucamonga Auto Theft Lawyer
Reliable Defense When Facing Serious Charges
Auto theft is the criminal act of stealing or trying to steal a motor vehicle. Every case will be investigated and tried differently than the next, but there is one common thread: severe penalties. If you are convicted of auto theft in California, then you will most likely lose thousands in fines and spend years behind bars.
Do not let the criminal justice system push you around. Fight for your rights by teaming up with Chung & Ignacio, LLP and our auto theft defense attorneys. We bring years of combined legal experience to every case we take and challenge the opposition as if we were representing ourselves. Your case might be capable of concluding favorably out of court, but we are also ready to assist with litigation if necessary.
Call (909) 726-7112 right now to get to work on your defense.
Penalties for Auto Theft Crimes in California
Some auto theft-related crimes are considered misdemeanors, while others are considered felonies. No matter the type of auto theft charges filed against you, a strong defense will be required to challenge them.
In California, auto theft is also referred to as "grand theft auto" by law enforcement officials and in state penal and vehicle codes. Grand theft auto is a felony and asserts that the defendant had the intent to steal the vehicle to use for his or her own purposes (for transportation, to be used in a crime, to sell for parts, etc.). The prosecution will be adamant to land a conviction if you are facing a grand theft auto or carjacking charge.
If convicted of grand theft auto, you could be penalized with:
- High fines
- Extended incarceration
- Community service
Joyriding is another form of auto theft, but it is usually a misdemeanor. You might be charged with “joyriding” if you are accused of taking a car with the intent to temporarily possess it, such as to drive errands around town for a day. Although joyriding is a misdemeanor that is inherently less severe than a felony, the penalties are often still intense enough to disrupt your day-to-day life and ruin your reputation.
Contact Our Law Firm Today
If you are facing auto theft charges, it is crucial to have a team of skilled and defense lawyers in your corner. Chung & Ignacio, LLP can help you through an auto theft case by making sure that all relevant details of your situation are brought to light. It might be possible to prove that you did not have any criminal intent behind your actions, for example, which could disrupt the prosecution’s arguments or lessen your charges.
We provide unwavering support and fight aggressively for your rights because we know that everyone deserves good legal representation when they are facing serious charges such as auto theft. Let us help you seek your favorable outcome today.
