Seminole County Theft & Shoplifting Defense Attorney

A shoplifting or theft charge is more than embarrassing — it’s a crime of dishonesty that employers and landlords notice. Protect your record.

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Theft charges we defend

-Shoplifting / retail theft
-Petit theft
-Grand theft
-General theft charges

Charged with shoplifting or theft in Seminole County? The Greenwald Firm defends retail theft, petit & grand theft. Free phone consultation.

407-807-0840

Why a theft charge is worth fighting

Theft is a “crime of dishonesty.” Even a minor conviction can show up on background checks and cost you jobs, housing, and professional licenses for years. The value of what’s alleged to be taken often decides whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony — so the specifics are worth challenging.

How these cases can be defended

  • Lack of intent (a genuine mistake or misunderstanding)
  • Weak or mistaken identification (bad store video, wrong person)
  • Improper valuation of the property (pushing a felony back down to a misdemeanor)

  • Unlawful stop or search by store security For first-time offenders, there may also be diversion or alternative resolutions that can keep a conviction off your record.

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Why The Greenwald Firm

At The Greenwald Law Firm, Brian Greenwald, Esq. brings more than 20 years of criminal defense experience and over 200 trials handled. Our firm takes a hands-on, trial-focused approach, thoroughly investigating the facts, analyzing the evidence, and identifying weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. Whether negotiating from a position of strength or preparing for trial, we are committed to protecting your rights and pursuing the best possible outcome.

  • Honest assessment of your charge and your options.
  • A defense built around your side of the story.
  • Familiar with Seminole County courts and procedures
  • Focused on protecting your record, not just resolving the case.
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It depends on the value of the merchandise and your history. Lower-value cases are often misdemeanors; higher values can be felonies. We’ll explain where yours falls.

Possibly. Negotiated outcomes may keep a conviction off your record.

A conviction can. That’s exactly why it’s worth fighting the charge or seeking a resolution that protects your record.