Chicago Auto Theft Lawyers

Burglary to Auto Defense in Chicago

auto theft is the criminal act of stealing or using another person’s vehicle without consent.   auto theft charges will also be brought against a person who uses threats or deception to steal another person’s car.  When a person uses a weapon, force or violence to steal a vehicle it is referred to as the separate offense of  carjacking, or as it is more formally known under Illinois law, vehicular hijacking.

Penalties for auto theft & Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle

If you have been charged with auto theft, it’s very important that you obtain experienced defense representation as soon as possible.  Because the value of most vehicles is over $10,000, auto theft typically warrants felony charges.  People convicted of auto theft can expect to face a number of serious penalties, including up to 7 years in state prison and $25,000 in fines. Other penalties for auto theft, burglary to auto or possession of a stolen motor vehicle may include probation, community service, driver’s license suspension or revocation, and a permanent criminal record.  Furthermore, you may  also be required to repay the victim for the value of the stolen vehicle, commonly called restitution under Illinois criminal law.

In addition to these legal penalties, you may also experience consequences in other areas of your life.  With a auto theft conviction on your record, you may be denied a loan, have trouble obtaining credit, or have difficulty finding employment.  In addition, you may also find yourself alienated from your community, and your relationships with your friends and family may become strained.

Contact an Auto Theft Defense Attorney

At Fagan, Fagan & Davis, we are dedicated to helping our clients fight their auto theft charges.   We have a great deal of experience defending clients against these types of charges, and are familiar with a number of defense strategies that have proven to be effective time and time again.  When you retain our services, you can trust that an experienced and skilled Chicago auto theft lawyer will be defending your rights throughout every stage of your case.  Our main priorities are making sure you are provided with exceptional defense representation and that you ultimately win your case!

Contact a Chicago auto theft attorney at Fagan, Fagan & Davis today to discuss your charges!