An individual is charged with such a crime when they are in the possession of property that is reported stolen. Depending upon whether you have a prior criminal record or not determines the ultimate disposition of the case. Typically restitution is involved and community service for the charges to be reduced to a noncriminal offense.
We strongly recommend you contact criminal defense lawyer Marra A. Kassman, Esq., P.C. or a member of our legal team by calling 631-232-9479 or fill out our online intake form. We represent clients located in Central Islip (main office location), Bayshore, Brentwood, Oakdale, Sayville, Port Jefferson and Riverhead and both Suffolk and Nassau counties.