Serving Maryland
Theft Defense
Theft allegations can create concerns about criminal exposure, employment, licensing, reputation, and future background checks. The facts and alleged intent require careful review.
Case Review
Theft matters can involve retail incidents, disputed ownership, property transfers, surveillance video, receipts, witness testimony, electronic records, or statements about what happened.
The defense analysis should focus on what the evidence actually establishes, including identity, possession, ownership, intent, value, and the sequence of events surrounding the allegation.
Defense Preparation
01
Clarify what conduct is actually alleged
02
Compare the accusation with available records and video
03
Identify disputes over ownership, intent, identity, or value
04
Prepare the matter for the forum in which it will be decided
Frequently Asked Questions
These answers are general information. The facts and procedural posture of a specific case can change what matters.
Video can be important, but it should be reviewed in context. The full sequence, camera angle, quality, timing, and other evidence may affect what the recording establishes.
Yes. A criminal allegation can have consequences beyond court, so the client should explain employment, licensing, immigration, security-clearance, or other concerns that may be relevant to decision-making.
Yes. Preserve and bring records that may help explain ownership, payment, permission, return of property, or the surrounding transaction.
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Attorney
Tae H. Kim has practiced in Maryland since 1999 and regularly handles matters in the jurisdictions served by Kim & Grillo.
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