Dostal Law in Brantford, Ontario, offers skilled criminal lawyers who specialize in property offences, providing expert legal representation to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome.
Strategic Advocacy for Optimal Results
At Dostal Law, we provide expert legal representation for clients facing property offences in Brantford, Ontario.
Property offences encompass a wide range of charges, including theft, burglary, vandalism, fraud, and arson. These offences can have serious consequences, such as fines, probation, restitution, and imprisonment. Our experienced criminal lawyers understand the complexities of property offence cases and are dedicated to protecting your rights and achieving the best possible outcome.
We begin by thoroughly investigating the circumstances of your case, gathering evidence, and identifying any potential weaknesses in the prosecution's arguments. Our team works diligently to build a strong defence strategy tailored to your unique situation.
At Dostal Law, we believe in clear and open communication, ensuring that you understand every step of the legal process. Trust us to provide the skilled and compassionate representation you need to navigate the challenges of a property offence charge.
WHY CHOOSE DOSTAL LAW?
- We have extensive experience across various legal fields.
- We are dedicated to excellence.
- We go above and beyond for every client.
- We ensure each client receives personalized, dedicated attention, reinforcing our trusted reputation.
- We carefully craft legal arguments to increase your chances of success.
- We excel in cross-examination, ensuring a robust defence.
- We are a reputable legal ally in Brantford, Ontario, and surrounding areas.
Types of Property Offences
Dostal Law handles various types of property offences, including theft, robbery, mischief, fraud, and shoplifting, providing expert legal representation for each unique case.
Theft is a property crime involving the unauthorized taking of physical property, money, or services with the intent to permanently deprive the owner. Theft can also occur if property is taken temporarily in a way that prevents the owner from recovering it or causes damage. There are two categories of theft:
- Theft over $5,000 involves property or services valued above $5,000 and carries more severe penalties, including up to 10 years imprisonment.
- Theft under $5,000 involves property or services valued at $5,000 or less, with penalties ranging from fines and probation to community service or imprisonment for up to two years less a day.
Examples of theft include shoplifting and motor vehicle theft. Penalties depend on the value of the stolen property, the offender’s criminal history, and any aggravating factors.
This is legal information, not advice. For legal advice, contact Dostal Law for a consultation.
Shoplifting involves stealing merchandise from a retail store without intending to pay. This can include concealing items, switching price tags, or leaving without paying.
Penalties for shoplifting depend on the value of the stolen items, whether it is a first-time offence and other circumstances. They can include fines, probation, community service, and imprisonment.
This is legal information, not advice. For legal advice, contact Dostal Law for a consultation.
Fraud involves using deceit or falsehood to defraud others of property, money, valuable security, or services. To prove fraud, prosecutors must show intentional deception, dishonest intent, a victim who suffered or was at risk of loss, and the acquisition of property or services through fraudulent means.
Penalties vary based on the value involved: fraud over $5,000 is more serious than fraud under $5,000.
This is legal information, not advice. For legal advice, contact Dostal Law for a consultation.
It's illegal to possess a credit card not rightfully yours or to use one unlawfully. This includes stolen, counterfeit cards, or using card data unlawfully. Penalties vary; indictments can lead to up to 10 years imprisonment.
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Mischief involves intentionally damaging or interfering with property, including vandalism and disrupting lawful use. Key elements include willful action, affecting property belonging to others, and various forms such as damage or obstruction.
Penalties vary based on damage extent, property value, and risk to life, ranging from fines to imprisonment, depending on the case specifics.
This is legal information, not advice. For legal advice, contact Dostal Law for a consultation.
Possessing stolen property in Canada is a criminal offence if the accused knowingly holds or controls items obtained through criminal activity. Key features include physical possession, awareness of the property's criminal origin, and the item's connection to an indictable offence.
Penalties vary based on factors like the item's value and circumstances, potentially leading to fines, probation, community service, or imprisonment.
This is legal information, not advice. For legal advice, contact Dostal Law for a consultation.
Robbery is a serious offence with severe consequences, including a maximum penalty of life imprisonment. If firearms are involved, there's a minimum sentence of four years. Robbery includes stealing using violence, threats, or assault, and stealing while armed with a weapon or imitation.