Legal Defense for Burglary and Theft Charges
The potential criminal penalties for criminal charges relating to burglary and theft depend on a number of factors. What was the value of the property stolen? Was violence or a weapon used in the commission of the burglary or robbery? Is it a first offense?
If you have been arrested for burglary (also known as breaking and entering), robbery, or retail theft, get early legal advice. With help from an experienced criminal defense attorney, you can better understand the criminal justice process — as well as your options to minimize the potential negative consequences.
Farrell & Kozlowski, Attorneys at Law: Decades of Criminal Law Experience
At the downtown Pittsburgh law firm of Farrell & Kozlowski, Attorneys at Law, we have decades of experience in criminal law. Both our partners — Thomas N. Farrell and Sandra A. Kozlowski — began their legal careers as assistant district attorneys for Allegheny County.
With an advanced understanding of how to construct a criminal case against a defendant, our attorneys now work on behalf of criminal defendants to build a strong defense — to minimize the negative consequences of an arrest or conviction for all types of misdemeanor and felony crimes, including burglary, robbery and theft.
Attacking an Arrest for Theft or Burglary
Depending on the seriousness of the charges, we will present you with various tactics we can use in your defense. For first-time misdemeanor offenses like shoplifting or retail theft, an alternative disposition may be available that will keep your criminal record clean and prevent a jail sentence.
For more serious charges, your attorneys will examine the allegations against you and work to protect your constitutional rights regarding searches and seizures of property, identification line-ups, police interviews and admission of evidence.
Free Initial Consultation at Farrell & Kozlowski, Attorneys at Law
Farrell & Kozlowski offers a free and confidential initial consultation to all new potential clients.
To schedule an appointment, call toll-free, 866-381-3656, or send an e-mail.
Our offices are in downtown Pittsburgh, one block from the Allegheny County Courthouse, near the First Avenue T stop. Ample parking lots are located in the area.
