by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Dec 15, 2021 | Theft Crimes
There are many ways you can commit identity theft and benefit from someone’s accounts, ID, or services. Identity theft uses identifiable information, such as a driver’s license or account number, to open credit accounts, steal services, or obtain assets. North...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Dec 7, 2021 | Theft Crimes
North Carolina may impose severe penalties if you get caught committing credit card fraud, forgery, or theft. Credit cards are a type of Financial Transaction Card or FTC. The penalties you face depend on the amount of money stolen, the type of credit card fraud, and...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Nov 30, 2021 | Theft Crimes
Businesses make retail store designs with you in mind. They want you to want things that you can’t afford. At a shopping mall, the marketing ploys may make you feel like you need more than you have. The latest styles and gadgets sit right under your nose, taunting...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Nov 25, 2021 | Theft Crimes
Everyone knows that stealing from others is against the law in North Carolina. Whether you shoplift trinkets, steal from a friend’s house, or break into a bank, there are severe penalties associated with larceny. However, did you know that you can also face charges if...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Nov 19, 2021 | Theft Crimes
If you’re facing theft charges in North Carolina, you may have many questions about what happens next. What kinds of penalties are you looking at? How can you best defend yourself in court? If you’ve faced charges more than once, will the courts hold that against you?...