Summary
Petty larceny in Virginia is a Class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,500. Theft of items valued under $500 is considered petty larceny. The court considers various factors, including prior convictions and the circumstances of the crime. Public defenders can provide legal representation and advice. Contact the Loudoun County Public Defenders Office or Fairfax Public Defenders Office for assistance.Full Conversation
State Virginia city sterling
In Virginia, a public defender can help you fight a petty larceny charge. Here are some general rules:
- Petty larceny is a Class * misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $*,*.
- The court may consider factors like prior convictions, circumstances of the crime, and your personal situation.
- Consult your public defender for a more specific evaluation.
it was only $*
In Virginia, if the stolen property is worth less than $*, it's considered petty larceny. However, the court considers various factors when deciding penalties. It's important to discuss your case details with your public defender.
at target
Can you clarify if the incident occurred at a Target store? This information can be important for your case.
i stole $* worth of merchandise from target
In Virginia, theft of items valued up to $* is considered petty larceny, a Class * misdemeanor. Penalties may include:
- Up to 12 months in jail
- A fine of up to $*,*
I recommend discussing your case with your public defender. They can provide legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
is there a an office open today in sterling that provides legal help for this specific case?
As a FreeLawChat representative, I don't have real-time information about specific offices' operating hours. However, I'd recommend contacting the Loudoun County Public Defender's Office in Virginia. They should be able to assist you with your case.
what’s their number?
Loudoun County Public Defender's Office
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * East Market Street, Leesburg, VA *
Website: www.vadefenders.org/Loudoun are there any others
Yes, another option is the Fairfax Public Defender's Office. Here are their details:
Fairfax Public Defender's Office
Phone:(*) *-*
Address: * Chain Bridge Road Suite *, Fairfax, VA *
Website: www.vadefenders.org/Fairfax
so if it’s under $* it’ll get dropped
In Virginia, petty larceny charges are not automatically dropped if the value is under $*. The outcome depends on various factors, including the prosecution's case and your defense. Please consult with your public defender for more specific advice.
are they open today
As a FreeLawChat representative, I don't have real-time operating hours for specific offices. I recommend reaching out to the Loudoun County Public Defender's Office or Fairfax Public Defender's Office directly to confirm their availability.
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