Stolen Property

Criminal defense law firm, Law Office of John M. Howe

If you have been charged with a felony or misdemeanor by either the state or federal government, contact expert criminal defense firm, the Law Office John M. Howe. We have the experience, knowledge, and resources to effectively defend you against criminal charges. Securing the services of a high quality criminal defense team can save you months or years of anguish.

A leader in the criminal defense and legal communities, Mr. Howe has served as Past-President for the Palm Beach County Bar Association and the Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He served as director of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and currently serves on its executive committee.

WARNING TO NON-U.S. CITIZENS: Be advised, a conviction for any crimes involving theft or dishonesty could nullify your legal status and subject you to deportation. Attorney John M. Howe knows the importance of understanding how laws affect non-U.S. citizens in matters involving theft or dishonesty.

Statutes regarding dealing in stolen property 812.019.

(1) 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, punishable as provided in ss. 775.082, 775.083, and 775.084.

(2) Any 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, punishable as provided in ss. 775.082, 775.083, and 775.084.

Contact South Florida criminal defense attorney John M. Howe

To discuss how he will fight to protect your rights, contact the Law Office of John M. Howe via our online form or by calling 561-296-7772 or toll-free 866-930-2938. During your first meeting, Mr. Howe will examine your case and determine the best way to help you fight the dealing in stolen property charges you are facing.