Young Girl Charged with Shoplifting Case Dismissed

July 15 2019 in Case Results, Theft

A young girl was recently charged with shoplifting along with several of her friends. She was found with over $400 and faced six months in custody and a $1,000 fine. After enlisting McElfresh Law, San Diego shoplifting attorney Jessica McElfresh negotiated on the girl’s behalf, and the case will ...

Shoplifting Case Dismissed after Volunteer Work

July 1 2019 in Case Results, Theft

Not long ago, a woman came to McElfresh law after being charged with attempting to shoplift a mouse from the Apple Store. Fortunately, San Diego shoplifting lawyer Jessica McElfresh negotiated for her client to complete 16 hours of volunteer work. Afterward, the case will be completely dismissed. ...

Shoplifting Charge Dismissed for Man with No Prior Record

June 10 2019 in Case Results, Theft

A man in his late thirties and no prior criminal record was caught attempting to shoplift a vacuum cleaner from Home Depot. With San Diego shoplifting lawyer Jessica McElfresh, she persuaded the court to resolve the matter based on her client completing 30 hours of volunteer work and attending a sho...

Shoplifting Case Results in Fine

May 20 2019 in Case Results, Theft

A woman in her sixties came to attorney McElfresh after being charged with shoplifting for attempting to take a $20 lipstick. Facing probation and a fine, San Diego shoplifting lawyer Jessica McElfresh negotiated for her to only receive a $300 fine and no probation. The outcome of an individual ca...

Probation Terminated Early for Man Charged With Petty Theft

February 5 2018 in Case Results, Theft

Awhile back, a man was caught shoplifting and reached out for help at McElfresh Law. With the help of Jessica McElfresh, he pled guilty to petty theft and only had to deal with informal probation. More recently, he wanted a new job. So, along with attorney McElfresh, they filed a motion at the 18-mo...

Student Enters Diversion Program To Dismiss Shoplifting Charge

November 4 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Theft

No matter the specific crime or jurisdiction, if you find yourself charged with any offense in San Diego, it is important to find a knowledgeable San Diego criminal defense attorney, who can effectively navigate the different court systems in the area and advocate for the best possible result. This ...

Petty Theft Charge Reduced To Protect A Woman’s Nursing Career

October 21 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Theft

San Diego criminal defense attorney Jessica McElfresh recently assisted a young mother and nurse after a misdemeanor charge of petty theft for shoplifting put her permanent record and in turn her career in significant danger. Allegedly, loss prevention agents at a local department store noticed the ...

San Diego Shoplifting Charges Won’t Result in Conviction

June 6 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Theft

When people find themselves in financial trouble, it is very easy to make mistakes resulting in criminal charges. Often times, these unfortunate moments occur when a person is already filled with anxiety and stress, thereby compounding their difficulties. For example, a woman recently found herself ...

Man Receives Community Service For Theft Charges On A Military Base

April 25 2016 in Case Results, Theft

With the several military bases in the San Diego area, sometimes civilians run afoul of these facilities and if this happens, you will need an attorney with wide-ranging legal experience in both the civilian and military court systems. Not long ago, a young man accompanied a friend, who was an activ...

Charges Reduced for a 22-Year-Old Amusement Park Employee Accused of Petty Theft

March 22 2016 in Case Results, Theft

A 22-year-old cashier with no prior criminal history found himself in a precarious position when his employer, a San Diego amusement park noticed some disturbing video. During an investigation, security officers saw video evidence of the young man taking money from the till on multiple occasions and...

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