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Criminal Defense » Theft & Burglary
If you have been accused of theft or burglary, you are facing charges that can follow you long after the case ends. At DiSalvo Law, we defend clients in Fresno and across California’s Central Valley against theft and burglary allegations, focusing on both the legal and personal consequences.
Theft and burglary accusations can threaten your freedom, employment, and reputation. Even a single conviction can brand you as untrustworthy in the eyes of employers, landlords, and licensing boards. At DiSalvo Law, we defend clients accused of theft and burglary offenses in Fresno and throughout the Central Valley.
We focus on the details—surveillance footage, witness statements, financial records, and how law enforcement handled the investigation—to build a defense strategy tailored to your case.
We handle a wide range of property-related charges, including:
Each charge has specific elements the prosecution must prove. We scrutinize the evidence to identify gaps, contradictions, and defenses.
The consequences of a theft or burglary conviction can include:
We work to avoid or reduce these penalties through motions, negotiations, and trial when necessary.
Evidence in theft and burglary cases can disappear quickly—video footage is overwritten, witnesses move, and physical items are returned or lost. Getting a defense lawyer involved early allows us to send preservation requests, secure records, and interview witnesses while memories are still fresh.
We also advise you about how to handle insurance claims, employer communications, and civil demands that may arise from the same incident.
Our theft and burglary defense strategy includes:
• Reviewing police reports, video footage, and financial records
• Challenging identifications, statements, and search warrants
• Exploring restitution-based resolutions where appropriate
• Negotiating for reductions to non-theft offenses when possible
• Preparing for trial if the state will not offer a fair outcome
We keep your future in mind, including the impact on work, housing, and potential expungement down the road.
Attorney Mario DiSalvo has represented clients in serious criminal cases for nearly three decades. His background in trial work and post-conviction litigation gives him insight into how local courts operate and what it takes to protect clients when everything is on the line.
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We defend theft and burglary cases in courts across Fresno and the Central Valley, including:
For related practice areas and additional information, visit our Criminal Defense hub.
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DiSalvo Law
5151 N Palm Ave
Suite 100
Fresno, CA 93704
(559) 442-1552
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What is the difference between petty theft and grand theft?
The main difference is the value and type of property involved. Higher-value items or certain types of property can elevate a case to grand theft, with more serious penalties.
What is burglary?
Burglary generally involves entering a building, home, or vehicle with the intent to commit theft or another crime inside. You do not have to succeed in taking anything to be charged.
Can I be charged with theft if I meant to return the property?
Intent is critical in theft cases. We examine the circumstances to see whether the prosecution can truly prove you intended to permanently deprive the owner of the property.
Will a theft conviction show up on background checks?
Yes. Theft-related convictions are particularly damaging on employment and housing background checks, which is why avoiding a conviction is so important.
Can I clean up my record after a theft or burglary case?
In many situations, later expungement or other relief may be available, depending on the outcome and your record.
If you are under investigation or have already been charged with a theft or burglary offense, do not wait to get help. Contact DiSalvo Law today for a confidential consultation about your rights and options.
