Embezzlement involves theft of money or property at one's place of work. This crime is usually committed by a person with inside access to cash at a place of business. It is often committed by "skimming" relatively small amounts of cash from business transactions over a period of time until they add up to a significant amount.

Penalties for embezzlement usually include restitution, the return of the money or property to the damaged parties, and can also include prison time in proportion to the amount of money stolen.

In addition to the return of the actual money or property damages, the court can impose interest, fines and penalty assessment fees. This can result in high restitution penalties that can literally create a lifelong financial burden for the defendants in these cases. Even the accusation of a crime, regardless of the evidence, can do substantial harm to your professional reputation and future employment.

An experienced attorney can often be instrumental in minimizing these associated penalties and fines, saving the defendant thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. An experienced attorney can also help work out reasonable payment plans that actually allow for the defendant to pay the damages back over a reasonable time period, while at the same time keeping the defendant out of jail or prison.

Pre-trial preparation is one of the keys to the successful defense of theft charges. Oftentimes, experts in computer forensics or handwriting can tip the scales in your favor, so your defense team needs to have the resources to thoroughly prepare for combat with the prosecution.

Theft crimes tend to be easier to negotiate in terms of plea discussions than violent crimes or sex offenses. Although we always prepare for trial, our seasoned attorneys are especially skilled at negotiation techniques. We will always strive to present you with the best potential negotiated resolution possible, knowing that it is your choice whether to take a deal or go to trial.

LibertyBell Law Group was founded by a group of top criminal defense attorneys who have a track record of generating spectacular results. We grew frustrated with the fact that thousands of people still suffer life-altering consequences because they do not have the ability to mount an adequate defense.

We created this law firm to level the playing field. We hand-picked only the top trial attorneys in the nation -- including the foremost experts in theft crimes defense. We have extensive experience and an impressive track record of results in sensitive and highly challenging cases.

We provide these legal veterans with all of the resources they need to get the best possible results for our clients. We make this powerful legal defense force available and affordable in all 50 states.

As a client, you can now draw on the combined talents and resources of a large, national law firm with one goal -- getting the best possible result for your case. We stand ready to defend you both inside and outside the courtroom.

Call us now at 1-800-432-BELL (2355) for a free consultation with one of our star attorneys. Early intervention is the key to our mutual success.