Theft Offenses

Property Crimes and White Collar Crimes

Experienced Defense Lawyers for Theft and Fraud Charges

Whatever charges you are facing, from misdemeanor shoplifting to felony theft, the law firm of Moran & Heim, P.C. has handled a case like yours. Our criminal defense lawyers have helped many clients in the Colorado Springs area avoid conviction or limit the punishment for theft allegations.

If you have been arrested for theft or burglary, or investigated for an "insider" financial crime, contact us immediately. We can often intervene to reduce the charges or avoid an embarrassing arrest, and we will fight to keep this incident from ruining your future.

Theft Charges

Criminal defense lawyers Michael Moran and Geoffrey Heim represent people charged with municipal, state or federal crimes in El Paso County, Teller County and surrounding jurisdictions, including personnel from local military bases:

• Shoplifting and petty theft
• Theft by check
• Felony 4 theft (over $1,000 in value)
• Felony 3 theft ($20,000 or more)
• Auto theft or failure to return a rental car
• Burglary
• Simple robbery and theft from a person (purse snatching and pick pocketing)

White Collar Crimes

A white-collar offense is theft by fraud, deception or misappropriation:

• Embezzlement
• Forgery and check fraud
• Identity theft and criminal impersonation
• Computer crimes
• Scams (fake charity and home repairs)
• Welfare fraud

Our attorneys will explore viable defenses: Can someone make a positive identification? Did others have access to the missing funds or stolen property? Was it an honest mistake?

In most cases, the State and the victim are chiefly concerned with restitution. If our clients are guilty of what they are charged, the best results occur when clients can produce funds to make amends. If the prosecutor will not drop charges, we will explore diversionary programs and plea negotiations to minimize the punishment, especially jail or prison time. Of course, if the client is not guilty, we will aggressively advocate for dismissal or acquittal at trial!

Don't Make Any Incriminating Statements

Contact the experienced lawyers at Moran & Heim before admitting guilt to police or "trying to make it right." We will advise you on a course of action that protects your rights and allows you to move on without a major conviction on your record. You can call us at 719-387-0427 or e-mail us for a free initial consultation.