An Estes Robbery – How Petty Theft Can Turn into Robbery in California and How an Experienced Southern California Theft Attorney Can Help You – California Penal Code Sections 484 and 211

Petty theft under California law is the taking of property of another valued under $400. It is a misdemeanor punishable by a maximum of six months in county jail. Petty theft is a relatively minor crime and most often takes place in the context of an individual shoplifting from a retail store or supermarket. These days many businesses have Loss Prevention Officers (LPO’s) or private security companies working for them to help protect their merchandise.

Robbery in California is the taking of the property of another, from his person or immediate presence, and against his will, by force or fear. Robbery is a very serious crime in California and can be punishable by a maximum of up to nine years in state prison.

Many times the LPO or store employee who confronts the shoplifter will be threatened or assaulted. When this happens, a minor petty theft offense turns into a very serious robbery offense. This type of robbery in California is commonly known as an “Estes” robbery and prosecutors will routinely file this type of case as a robbery case instead of a petty theft case even if nobody is injured and only threats were made.

If you or a loved one is facing this type of case or any other criminal matter in California, don’t hesitate to contact the competent theft attorneys at Wallin & Klarich. Wallin & Klarich has over 30 years of experience successfully defending clients of these types of cases. Call 1-888-749-0034 to speak to one of Wallin & Klarich’s aggressive and experienced criminal defense attorneys in California today. Please visit us at www.wklaw.com. We will be there when you call.

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