Newport News Theft Crimes lawyer

Virginia Shoplifting Defense attorney

Virgina Property & Theft Crimes Lawyer

Theft crimes are as often the result of an addiction as the result of greed. People caught in the throes of drug addiction, alcohol addiction, gambling addiction, or sex addiction, often steal to support their habit.

Addiction is not a defense before the law, however. The penalties you face for felony shoplifting or embezzlement will be as severe as those for burglary.

Defense strategies for theft crimes are few and it takes an experienced attorney to understand what options may be available to you in any given court. If you've been charged with a theft crime, contact the law office of John J. Rice. For more than 30 years, I've been helping people facing theft charges in the Newport News, Virginia area.

Facing Theft Charges?

In my criminal defense law practice, I defend people on these and other types of property crimes and theft charges:

You can count on me to conduct a thorough investigation of the charges against you, the circumstances of your arrest, and the facts of your case. I am a thorough and tenacious defender of my clients' rights.

I believe you deserve to be treated fairly and justly. I am a Virginia criminal lawyer with common sense, compassion, and concern for your welfare.

If you're looking for a theft or burglary defense attorney, contact the law office of John J. Rice by e-mail, or call me at (757) 873-8809 to talk about your case.