Vandalism and Property Crimes

Property Crimes & Vandalism (CA Penal Code § 594) Defense Center

Vandalism Attorney – San Diego Property Crimes Lawyer Aggressively Getting You Result In Your Misdemeanor & Felony Vandalism Charges

Welcome to Thomas Matthews law office, an experienced criminal defense attorney serving all San Diego County and Southern California clients. If you deface, destroy, smash, or damage, without the owner’s approval, then you have committed a vandalism which falls under California penal code 594. A property crime is defined as a crime where you.

The below are various types of vandalism and property crimes.

• Car Theft/Burglary
• Arson
• Petty Theft
• Grand Theft

How An Experienced Criminal Law Firm Defense Strategies For Property Crimes & Vandalism Charges?

It is very important to hire an experienced California vandalism defense lawyer in San Diego who may be able to get your charges dismissed or reduced. Here some of the legal defenses that we could to defend you:

• Mistaken identity
• The property damage is by accident
• The intention of the accuser to show that you are being falsely accused by them

Penalties For Property Crimes & Vandalism ( Misdemeanor & Felony)

If a property is under $400 then you will be charged for misdemeanor and if the property is worth is over $400 then it is charged as a felony.

The penalty can go from a fine of $1000-$50000 and 1 up to 3 years in county jail depending on if ii is a misdemeanor or a felony charge.

Looking for legal help?

Trust the professional team at Law Office of Thomas P Matthews! We can help you through your Vandalism and Property Crimes case in the San Diego area. All you have to do is give us a call at (619) 236-3400. You can even visit our offices at 110 W. C Street to get the help you need.