Maryland Shoplifting Defense Attorney
Were You Arrested for Shoplifting in Salisbury?
Shoplifting in Maryland is a crime associated with severe penalties, such
as jail time and fines. Furthermore, shoplifters can also be sued by merchants
in civil court to recover monetary damages.
If you were recently arrested and charged with shoplifting, you can find
the high-quality and aggressive defense you need at my Salisbury
defense firm. I am
William R. Hall, a trial-tested lawyer with national recognition, and I am committed to
helping you either get your charges reduced or your case dismissed entirely.
As a former prosecutor, I can provide you with insightful defense necessary
to protect your rights, reputation, and freedom.
Maryland Shoplifting Laws & Penalties
Maryland law groups shoplifting under
theft crimes. The law criminalizes both the taking of property and the concealing of
property in a manner which would deprive the owner of the property’s
use or value.
The following are the shoplifting criminal penalties in Maryland:
|
Charge
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Classification
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Penalty
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Theft of property valued at less than $100
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Misdemeanor
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Maximum jail sentence of 90 days and a fine of up to $500
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Theft of property worth between $100 and $1,000
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Misdemeanor
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Maximum jail sentence of 18 months and a fine of up to $500
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Theft of property valued at $1,000 or less with two or more previous convictions
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Misdemeanor
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Maximum jail sentence of five years and a fine of up to $5,000
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Theft of property worth between $1,000 and $10,000
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Felony
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Maximum prison sentence of 10 years and a fine of up to $10,000
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Theft of property worth between $10,000 and $100,000
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Felony
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Maximum prison sentence of 15 years and a fine of up to $15,000
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Theft of property exceeding $100,000 in value
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Felony
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Maximum prison sentence of 25 years and a fine of up to $25,000
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Get the Legal Help You Need Today!
With more than 18 years of experience, I understand what it takes to obtain
the most favorable outcome possible. As an award-winning Salisbury criminal
defense attorney, I can provide the qualified legal advocacy necessary
to get you back on the right track.
Contact my firm and request a
free consultation.