Rhode Island Theft Crimes Defense Attorneys

Accused of a theft crime? Don't let one moment define your future.

Theft Charges Can Ruin More Than Your Record

In Rhode Island, theft is more than just a criminal charge — it's a label. Employers, landlords, and even schools look at theft convictions as proof that someone can't be trusted. If you've been charged with theft, shoplifting, or fraud, the stakes are higher than you think.

At Manosh Payette Criminal Defense Attorneys, we fight theft charges at every level — from misdemeanor shoplifting to felony embezzlement and larceny over $1,500. Whether you're being accused for the first time or you're facing repeat-offender consequences, we know how to protect your record, your freedom, and your future.

We Handle All Theft-Related Charges, Including:

🟢 Larceny (over or under $1,500)
🟢 Embezzlement
🟢 Shoplifting
🟢 Receiving Stolen Goods
🟢 Credit Card Fraud
🟢 Check Fraud
🟢 Theft from an Employer
🟢 Identity Theft
🟢 Auto Theft
🟢 Robbery & Armed Robbery

What's at Risk in a Rhode Island Theft Case?

• Jail time or prison time

• Probation with strict supervision

• Mandatory restitution and fines

• A permanent record that can't be sealed

• Damage to your reputation and career

Even a petty theft conviction can follow you for life — unless you fight back.

What We Do for You

We investigate every angle. Our team has defended clients in every Rhode Island courthouse, from Providence to Kent to Washington County. Our strategies include:

✅ Challenging witness credibility and surveillance footage
✅ Disputing intent or ownership
✅ Negotiating pretrial dismissals or diversion programs
✅ Arguing for reduced charges or alternatives to jail
✅ Preparing for trial when the facts are on your side
✅ Helping first-time offenders avoid a criminal record

First-Time Offense? We Can Help You Stay Out of the System.

If this is your first arrest, you may qualify for a filing, deferred sentence, or diversion program — options that can keep your record clean.

Don't accept a conviction just to “get it over with.”
Let us explore every way to protect your future.

Arrested for Theft? Here's What to Do:

• Don't talk to police without a lawyer

• Don't agree to pay anything without legal advice

• Don't assume it's “just shoplifting” or “just a misdemeanor”

• Do call an experienced theft defense attorney immediately

We Don't Judge — We Defend

We understand that mistakes happen, misunderstandings occur, and sometimes people get swept into something they didn't plan. Our job is not to judge. It's to fight for your rights.

📞 Call Manosh Payette Criminal Defense Attorneys at (401) 854-7794
📍 Based in Providence — Serving all of Rhode Island
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