Dealing in Stolen Property

Dealing in Stolen Property | Melbourne Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you have been arrested for dealing in stolen property in Brevard County, FL or anywhere along Florida’s Space Coast, you need aggressive legal representation as soon as possible. Dealing in Stolen property is a serious felony offense and it has to be defended aggressively by an experienced criminal defense lawyer. A criminal conviction for dealing in stolen property in Florida carries life-altering consequences. Below are the Florida Statutes pertaining to Dealing in Stolen Property:

Dealing in Stolen Property Under Florida Law

Any person who traffics in, or endeavors to traffic in, property that he or she knows or should know was stolen shall be guilty of a felony of the second degree. A Second degree felony conviction is punishable by up to 15 years in prison, up to 15 years probation, and/or a $10,000 fine. A person who initiates, organizes, plans, finances, directs, manages, or supervises the theft of property and traffics in such stolen property shall be guilty of a felony of the first degree. A first degree felony conviction is punishable by up to thirty year prison, up to thirty years probation, and/or a $10,000 fine.

Many times, dealing in stolen property charges are coupled with arrests for burglary, theft, and/or giving false information to a pawnbroker/secondhand dealer. Frequently, the "trafficking" or dealing in the property is performed at a pawn shop, however, dealing in stolen property may take place by use of the internet, be it eBay, craigslist, etc. Florida’s Legislature has amended the dealing in stolen property statute many times recently to combat these crimes. Despite the new laws, the proof of "knowledge" in a case like this can be problematic. It can be difficult for prosecutors to prove that a person was aware that the property he or she sold was stolen. Our attorneys will examine the issues in involved in your individual case for any possible defenses.

The Canina Law Firm | Brevard County Dealing in Stolen Property Lawyer

If have been arrested or believe that you might be arrested for dealing in stolen property in Brevard County, FL, you should immediately contact an aggressive criminal defense attorney who is experienced in handling these matters. At The Canina Law Firm, our firm sets itself apart from others in the level of personal service that we provide. We are 100% committed to defending our clients vigorously and to keeping our clients fully informed every step of the way. With over 50 years of combined experience defending against dealing in stolen property charges in Florida, our attorneys will work hard to get you the best result possible. If you have been arrested in Melbourne, FL or anywhere in Brevard County, FL for dealing in stolen property, we want to help you! Contact our office today for a FREE case evaluation.

Brevard County Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

The Canina Law Firm proudly defends all residents of Brevard County and all cities and towns along Florida’s Space Coast including: Melbourne, Viera, Suntree, West Melbourne, Melbourne Village, Palm Shores, Palm Bay, Rockledge, Merritt Island, Titusville, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne Beach, Indialantic, Indian Harbour Beach, Satellite Beach, Grant, Valkaria, Micco, Barefoot Bay, Scottsmoor, Mims, and Sebastian, as well as neighboring Volusia County, Seminole County, Orange County, Osceola County, and Indian River County, FL.

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