Theft Crime Defense Lawyer in Torrance, CA
An accusation of property crime or theft can derail your career and hard-earned reputation and an indictment or filing of a financial or property offense carries a stigma of dishonesty. A public theft record can cause you to lose your job, revoke your professional licensing credentials, create obstacles to obtain certain loans or mortgages, and create a host of other potential impediments to your future and your freedom.
Law Office of Parag Agrawal understands that these cases are rarely as simple as the police report suggests. We offer elite-level trial advocacy, led by Attorney Agrawal, a former prosecutor with the L.A. County District Attorney's Office. Our firm can execute a calculated, insider-driven defense designed to safeguard your freedom, assets, and career.
Schedule a complimentary in-office or virtual consultation with a Torrance theft crime defense attorney by reaching us online or at (213) 652-6904—available 24/7.
Why Choose Law Office of Parag Agrawal?
When your freedom, future, and reputation are at risk, our firm is your strongest ally.
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ExperienceWith over a decade of trial and appellate experience, I’ve handled everything from misdemeanors to murder.
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Fights for Justice
I fight to win—relentlessly challenging the system to protect your rights and your future.
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Elite CollaborationI bring together the best in mitigation, investigation, and strategic communications to support every phase of your defense.
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Former ProsecutorWith experience on both sides of the courtroom, I know how the other side builds cases—and how to break them down.
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Free Consultations Available
Navigating the legal system is overwhelming, so I offer a free consultation to talk through all of your legal options.
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Available Nights & WeekendsDo not hesitate to reach out during evenings or weekends. Give us a call whenever you need legal help.
Theft Crime Matters We Handle
California prosecutors pursue a broad range of theft-related offenses, each carrying distinct legal elements and potential penalties. Our firm represents clients facing allegations involving:
- Grand theft (Penal Code § 487) - Defending against elevated charges triggered whenever the value of the taken money, labor, or property exceeds the statutory threshold of $950.
- Petty theft and shoplifting (Penal Code § 484 & 459.5) - Providing rapid, highly discreet resolution tactics to protect your reputation, immigration status, or professional career.
- Receiving stolen property (Penal Code § 496) - Challenging the state's evidence regarding whether you had actual, subjective knowledge that a commercial asset was obtained unlawfully.
- Identity theft and cyber-financial crimes (Penal Code § 530.5) - Defending against sophisticated state and federal task force investigations involving alleged digital data access, credit card fraud, or online identity tracking.
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The Advantage That Wins Former Prosecutor with Inside KnowledgeBeing charged with a crime is overwhelming. You’re scared. You’re uncertain. And you’re facing a system that feels impossibly stacked against you. As a former prosecutor, Parag knows the system and fights for what matters most:Your Freedom, Your Future, Your Reputation.
Deconstructing the Government’s Case with Former Prosecutor Insight
Every theft prosecution begins with one essential legal requirement: the government must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you intentionally sought to deprive another person or business of its property permanently.
In many cases, that issue of criminal intent, not simply whether property changed hands, becomes the central battleground.
Conducting an Independent Investigation
Rather than accepting the government's version of events, we conduct an independent investigation from the earliest stages of the case. We meticulously analyze financial records, electronic communications, surveillance footage, contracts, accounting documents, business transactions, and witness statements to identify inconsistencies, alternative explanations, and evidentiary weaknesses.
Many theft allegations arise from circumstances far more complicated than a straightforward criminal act. Business partners may disagree over ownership rights, employees may be accused of exceeding their authority, or commercial disputes may escalate into criminal complaints.
Using Financial & Digital Experts
We examine whether investigators lawfully obtained evidence, whether prosecutors can establish the required criminal intent, and whether the facts more accurately support a contractual, civil, or administrative dispute rather than a criminal prosecution.
When appropriate, we collaborate with forensic accountants, digital forensic specialists, and financial experts to independently evaluate the government's evidence. These professionals can help identify accounting errors, challenge flawed financial analyses, verify business records, and rebut allegations of systemic fraud or misappropriation.
Strategic Advocacy Before Criminal Charges Are Filed
For clients facing significant financial investigations, our representation begins well before formal charges are filed whenever possible. Many theft offenses, particularly those involving substantial financial losses or alleged corporate misconduct, may be charged as either misdemeanors or felonies depending on the circumstances.
During this critical pre-filing stage, we engage with prosecutors, present exculpatory evidence, provide business documentation, and advocate for charging decisions that accurately reflect the facts.
In appropriate cases, early intervention may help persuade prosecutors that criminal charges are unwarranted or that the matter is more appropriately resolved through civil proceedings.
Discreet Representation for High-Stakes Matters
Throughout every phase of the representation, we provide the discretion, responsiveness, and individualized attention expected by executives, entrepreneurs, licensed professionals, and other clients whose reputations and careers demand sophisticated legal advocacy.