The Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates can help you if you have been charged with Retail Fraud, more commonly referred to as Shoplifting. It’s a very serious offense in Michigan in which the proper legal representation is necessary to help you avoid a criminal conviction or even jail.
A criminal conviction for retail fraud can cause serious consequences in your life such as; the loss of current employment; the inability to gain future employment; inability to work in careers that require you to handle money or goods; and the loss of certain educational opportunities. These consequences can be avoided with the help of Kevin Bessant. If you have been charged in Wayne County, Oakland County, Macomb County, Monroe County, Livingston County, or Washtenaw County, call the Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates immediately to discuss your available options so we can begin to help you TODAY!!
Let Detroit Retail Fraud Lawyer Kevin Bessant Defend Your Shoplifting Charges
Many people assume that fraud charges are merely petty theft crimes and choose to represent themselves in court without the skill, expertise and knowledge of a Criminal Attorney. If you have been accused of shoplifting or retail fraud, you must contact the Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates immediately so we can not only help you in your defense, but protect your rights and defend you against a retail fraud conviction. Kevin Bessant has had much success in defending his clients rights in retail fraud cases.
If you have been accused by a Store owner, Loss Prevention Officers, or the Police of attempting to steal items from a store, or even switching the price tags of merchandise inside the store, you can be found guilty. Kevin Bessant has been highly successful in challenging the accusations made by the police and loss prevention officers to win your case in court.
Do not handle these matters alone, regardless of your age or circumstances. Contact Kevin Bessant at the Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates to help you defend your criminal retail charges. Call our office today for a free consultation or online consultation.
About Attorney Kevin Bessant
- Licensed Michigan Attorney with the State Bar of Michigan and over 20 years of criminal defense trial experience.
- Michigan Super Lawyer, recognized annually from 2015 through 2025.
- Detroit Business Magazine (DBusiness) Top Lawyer, 2017.
- Listed among Expertise.com’s Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Detroit.
- Interviewed by Fox 2 News Detroit (2016) regarding Michigan State Police breathalyzer calibration errors affecting nearly 2,000 DUI cases statewide between December 2015 and April 2016.
- Offices in Detroit, Eastpointe, and Southfield, Michigan, serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Monroe, Livingston, and Washtenaw counties.
- Free case evaluation: 313-658-8159
Frequently Asked Questions
Is retail fraud the same as shoplifting in Michigan?
Retail fraud is the legal term Michigan uses for shoplifting-related offenses, including altering price tags or concealing merchandise, and it is treated as a serious criminal charge rather than a minor infraction.
What are the consequences of a retail fraud conviction?
A conviction can result in loss of current employment, difficulty finding future jobs, especially those involving handling money or goods, and limits on certain educational opportunities.
Can retail fraud charges be reduced or dismissed?
Yes, an experienced defense attorney can challenge the accusations of store owners, loss prevention officers, or police, and in many cases negotiate a reduction or dismissal.
Should I represent myself on a retail fraud charge?
No. Even seemingly minor retail fraud charges carry real risk of a criminal conviction, so professional legal representation is recommended.