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Larceny, often referred to as theft, is the unlawful taking of another person’s property with the intent to permanently deprive them of it. Larceny can involve money, personal property, or other valuables, and it is governed by Article 155 of the New York Penal Law.

Degrees of Larceny

Larceny charges in New York vary based on the value of the property stolen and the circumstances of the offense. Common classifications include:

  • Petit Larceny (PL § 155.25) — Theft of property valued at $1,000 or less. This is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by jail time, fines, and a criminal record.
  • Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree (PL § 155.30) — Property valued over $1,000, a Class E felony.
  • Grand Larceny in the Third Degree (PL § 155.35) — Property valued over $3,000, a Class D felony.
  • Grand Larceny in the Second Degree (PL § 155.40) — Property valued over $50,000, or stolen firearms, a Class C felony.
  • Grand Larceny in the First Degree (PL § 155.42) — Property valued over $1,000,000, a Class B felony.

Common Types of Larceny Cases

  • Shoplifting or retail theft
  • Employee theft or embezzlement
  • Theft of personal property, vehicles, or electronics
  • Identity theft or fraudulent transactions
  • Theft of services or property from businesses or government agencies

Why Representation Matters

Larceny cases may seem straightforward on the surface, but prosecutors must prove a specific intent to steal—something that is often ambiguous or misunderstood. A skilled criminal defense attorney can challenge the assumptions that led to the arrest, negotiate for reduced charges, uncover weaknesses in the evidence, and fight to protect your record from a conviction that could affect your future for years to come. Having representation can mean the difference between a conviction and a much more favorable outcome.

Corporations have begun to strictly enforce alleged shoplifting or larcenies, especially with the expansion of internet purchasing. Having someone who can speak to your defense is critical in these circumstances.

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Police will either hold a person to see a Judge within 24 hours OR they will be issued a Desk Appearance Ticket. Either way, an attorney should be retained for the first court appearance. Please contact us if we can help you or a loved one.

A bench warrant means that court was missed, and if you come in contact with the police or other law enforcement, you will be detained and brought to court involuntarily. IF that happens, your family should contact an attorney to appear with you at court because bail can be set and you can be detained at the local jail.

You can vacate a bench warrant voluntarily by appearing with an attorney at the clerk’s office of the court where the bench warrant was issued. You will then go before a Judge to vacate the warrant. An attorney should be present to advocate for your continued liberty.

Arrest warrants are less common but the same procedures apply in those situations.

Most court appearances are logged in the New York State Courts
database, commonly referred to as WEBCRIMS.

https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/webcrim_attorney/DefendantSearch

Please note that mis-spelling is common and that Desk Appearance
Tickets may not appear until a few days before the date on the ticket
OR not at all. Sometimes, these cases will not be logged into the system
until after that first initial appearance.

New York State Courts, as well as local village courts can be found at: LINK

Federal Courts can be found https://www.uscourts.gov/

For Nassau County Jail
https://app.nassaucountyny.gov/Sheriff/inmate_visit/A.

For Suffolk County Jail
https://www.suffolkcountysheriffsoffice.com/visiting-information

There are rules for each visit so please review them when preparing
to visit a loved one or friend.

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Courts provide a date for all payments. IF you are unsure of the date and/or amount of fines due, please contact the Court directly or your attorney.

Felony charges are the more serious criminal charges in NYS. They range from levels A to E, with A being the most serious and E being the least serious. There are also non-violent and violent felonies depending on the specific facts of each case. The most serious felonies in New York can carry a life sentence, a determinate sentence ranging from 5-25 years for the more serious violent felonies to non-mandatory jail for many non-violent felonies, depending on the accused criminal history.

Misdemeanor charges are lesser offenses ranging from A to B misdemeanors, with A misdemeanors being the more serious offenses. They carry a potential sentence of one year in jail, 3 years probation, or a combination of the two. While less serious than felonies, the risk of a criminal record from a conviction is still real and needs an attorney to advise and defend.

What is Bail?
Bail is a securing order to ensure an accused’s return to court. IF Bail is
set, a person is detained at the local jail until bail is posted. If Bail is set,
it can be posted at arraignments if family is present, 24 hours a day at the
local jail and Monday through Friday between 9-4:30 p.m. at the Court.
If you are posting a Partially Secured Bond (please allow at least 2 hours
for this process).

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