San Diego Auto Theft Attorney

Grand Theft Auto Charges in San Diego County, CA

Stealing a motor vehicle is a particularly serious form of theft crime and is most often charged as grand theft. In California, theft may be classified as petty or grand theft based upon the value of property taken (petty theft involving property valued at less than $400.) Because most automobiles are worth more than $400, auto theft is typically classified as grand theft. For this reason, it is often referred to as grand theft auto.

Auto theft may be a misdemeanor or felony offense, depending on the particular circumstances of the case. Accordingly, a defendant may face up to 12 years in jail or up to 3 years in state prison.

Carjacking is another form of auto theft that involves taking another's vehicle by force or threats. While simple auto theft would involve taking a vehicle most often while the owner is not present and does not know what is occurring, carjacking is a form of robbery wherein the perpetrator steals the vehicle directly from the vehicle, using threats or force to accomplish the task. Carjacking is a more serious form of auto theft and will most likely be charged as a felony with more serious penalties.

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If you have been accused of auto theft, one of the most important things you can do to protect your future is to work with a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. Superior Law Center is proud to offer affordable, professional legal representation to clients throughout San Diego County. We offer our clients the personal attention they need throughout the criminal process, taking care to keep them informed along the way. When you work with San Diego auto theft lawyer Erik Friis, our founding attorney, you can count on receiving the legal counsel you need to reach the best possible outcome for your unique case.

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