Theft Crimes

Theft crimes, especially in conservative Orange County, are much more serious than most people think. They are considered “crimes of moral turpitude” cause serious immigration and current and future employment consequences as well as lengthy jail commitments.

People facing theft charges in Orange County, also face incarceration, fines, probation, and a criminal record that will plague you for a very long time. Unfortunately, not many employers are willing to take a chance by hiring someone with a “crime of dishonesty” like a theft offense.

An experienced Orange County theft crimes lawyer can make all the difference by ensuring that your case is resolved without jail time and does not damage your criminal record for the rest of your life.

Orange County’s Premier Theft Offense Attorney, Steven K. Bloom has handled thousands of theft cases since 1998. He not only knows the law surrounding theft crimes and the best way to handle a theft-related offense, but he knows the people who will have a say in the outcome of your case.

Orange County Theft Crimes Steven K. Bloom has handled every type of theft case with unmatched success.

Common Types of Theft Crimes:

Petty Theft (Penal Code Section 488)-Misdemeanor with a maximum of 6 months jail/fines/probation.

Petty Theft with a Prior Conviction (Penal Code 666)-Can be charged as either a Misdemeanor or Felony. A Misdemeanor Petty theft with a Prior carries one year maximum in county jail. A Felony carries a maximum of 3 years in prison.

Grand Theft (Penal Code 487) is the theft of property over $950 in value. This can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, carrying potential of 1 year or 3 years respectively of custody time.

Embezzlement This is a common charge for persons that are alleged to have stolen while serving as an employee or trustee of a business. This is a “wobbler” that can be filed as a misdemeanor or felony depending primarily on how much was stolen.

Commercial Burglary (Penal Code 459, aka 2nd Degree Burglary) Can also be charged as a Misdemeanor or a Felony with a maximum of 1 year or 3 years, respectively.

Residential Burglary (Penal Code 459, aka 1st Degree Burglary) is always a felony and carries a maximum of 6 years in prison. A Residential Burglary is a strike offense.

Auto Burglary (Vehicle Code 10851) Basically, the burglary of the contents of a car. This can be treated as a misdemeanor or felony.

Robbery (Penal Code 211) is Always a felony and always a strike. To prove a robbery, the prosecution has to show that you acquired the victim’s property by fear or force. If they allege that a weapon was used, this nearly doubles your sentence. An allegation that a gun was used, adds 10 years to a Robbery.

Retaining Attorney Steven K. Bloom has made the difference in salvaging hundreds of people’s lives who have been charged with theft crimes in Orange County and can absolutely make the difference in your case.

Client Testimonials

S K

2023-01-11

I am So Happy that I hired Attorney, Steve Bloom, to help me with my DUI case. He is Very Professional, Hard working and Extremely Knowledgeable & Very Attention to details. I was scared and worried and he immediately made me feel at ease. Then, over the next number of months, he lived up to everything he said to me over the phone and at our initial consultation. He was able to get many allegations dismissed in court and even won my DMV Hearing, which saved me from having my licensed suspended for 1 year! He is worth every penny I paid him and more. I will give him 5 plus Stars, I definitely will refer anyone who need his help to him .

Jonatan P

2022-08-18

Mr.Bloom is an amazing lawyer, he was optimistic in getting my case dismissed. He was very communicative and responsive, every time I called he picked up and helped me with any questions I had. He is honest, a man of his word, I would recommend his services to anyone looking for an attorney you won’t regret it. I was VERY satisfied with the outcome of my case.

Derek Coloma

2021-12-09

Mr.Bloom has been our family lawyer for over 10 years now. Our family can not show him enough gratitude for what he’s done for us over the years. He’s represented me on several different occasions and if it wasn’t for him, my life would be in a different place rite now. During the worst of times, he went the extra mile to assure me things would be okay. Mr. Bloom has earned my upmost respect and trust. Best defensive lawyer in OC!

Monica Gutierrez

2021-03-12

I’m Monica and I recently hired Steven to work on my case. I did my research and came to the conclusion that he’s the best attorney in Orange County. He has 20 years of experience and is well known online and in person as the best attorney in Orange County. He worked with me and helped with words of advice and calming personality. He always communicated with me and gave me all the details of my case. He’s literally the best attorney from my experience. I had VERY positive results with my case and I would definitely return to Steven if I need help. I highly recommend him he’s helpful, knowledgeable, experienced, communicative, and works hard to really help people. Highly recommend him. Thank you Steven.

Susette Olivares

2020-06-25

I found Steven Bloom on Avvo. I had never needed an attorney so I did not know what I was supposed to be looking for. After calling other attorneys and getting different quotes I almost went with the cheapest but then I called Steven and I'm glad I did. He was so reassuring and walked me through the process. He made sure I got what I asked for and was even able to check with his colleague that my case wouldn't interfere with other legal things I have going on. I will definitely recommend him to friends and family, Thank you Steven!

M W

2019-07-18

Steve went above and beyond in helping me resolve a petty theft case. For someone who had never had any run-ins with the law before, the entire process of going to court and retaining an attorney was all new and very frightening. I researched several different attorneys before settling on Steve because he was the only one who really acknowledged my concerns when I described my case to him over the phone. During the consultation, he laid out his game plan and explained exactly how he would tackle my case, and hearing him say that it was very likely that he could resolve it...it was like a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders. In the end, he was able to get my case dismissed with NO guilty plea, and thus, no conviction on my record. I would highly, highly recommend him to anyone in the OC area looking for a defense attorney, whatever your situation. He is incredibly competent and has so much professional experience, but above all that, his kindness and authenticity are the real deal. He really listens to you and makes you feel at ease despite everything. I can't recommend him enough and I'm so glad I retained him for my case. Thank you so much, Steve.

William Lee

2019-05-14

Steve helped me and my family resolve a DUI case involving several serious charges. Before hiring him, we spoke to a family friend in the Orange County Sheriff's Department who recommended that we prioritize looking for a lawyer who is not only well established in OC but also has extensive experience with the court handling our case, North Justice Court. After interviewing several lawyers around the area, Steve became the clear choice as he is extremely knowledgable about the various judges, prosecutors, and clerks at North Justice and also has many personal connections with those people. The case itself was not easy and a very difficult and exasperating process, but Steve had a very well thought out game plan and was able to execute it while doing his best to keep us reassured the entire way. We are happy with the results that included reduced charges and a significant reduction in fines.

Wil R

2014-08-21

His honesty and beyond fair price was the first reason I hired Steven K Bloom. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. I quickly realized that he is well known and respected in the Orange County Court System. He handled my case very professionally, and he kept me feeling confident through my entire case. At the end of my case all charges against me were dropped. I feel confident in saying, if I had hired some other attorney, the results would not have been the same. He went above and beyond the call of duty for me. If you want the best defense that you can possibly have, I highly recommend Steven K Bloom. Thank you again Steve, I am very grateful for your services

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