Carpinteria, CA Criminal Defense Law Firms & Lawyers

The courts will not allow statements that were made out of court that are presented to suggest that what was then said was true. This is considered Hearsay and is NOT admissible in court. There are exceptions to the hearsay rule and depending on what she said, it may be within one of the exceptions. Speak to an attorney directly about this if you care to.

First, if you are convicted of a theft related offense it will not only stay on your record but it will most certainly disqualify you from current and/or future employment opportunities and the denial of most professional licenses. As such, it is of the utmost importance to try and avoid a conviction. The best way to accomplish this is to immediately hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer to represent you. As for the civil demand, it has nothing to do with whether you will be prosecuted for petty theft. It is nothing more than an attempt to get money out of you. If you get a civil demand letter, you don't have to pay it. I have never heard of them coming after someone or seeking a judgment for not paying the civil demand.