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October 4, 2019
Forgery & Theft Dismissed with Client in Custody
Written by Erika Valcarcel
Category: Theft
Not long ago, attorney Erika Valcarcel represented a client facing some very serious charges for uttering a forged check and petit theft for allegedly forging and cashing a check written by a relative. As a 3rd degree felony and 1st-degree misdemeanor, this client was facing years in jail and could not be bonded out of jail. With her client in custody, attorney Valcarcel secured proof that the money in question was, in fact, a gift on the same day she was hired. By presenting this to the prosecutor, all the charges were dropped and our client was released from jail the same day.
"Erika Valcarcel, Criminal Defense Lawyer, P.A. is the best you will find. Erika Valcarcel is completely honest and straightforward. She took a huge burden off my shoulders many times during difficult periods of my life knowing that she was doing everything that that could and should be done. Her knowledge is extensive and her advice has always been right on the mark. She is worth every penny of the fee she charges. You cannot go wrong securing her services."
When a client was arrested for battery after an altercation with his girlfriend, he immediately contacted attorney Erika Valcarcel. The client was adamant that the entire situation was a misunderstanding, but nevertheless he was looking at a domestic violence conviction and potentially up to a year in jail. We acted fast on his behalf and discussed the situation with the State attorney’s office. We informed the prosecutor that our client's girlfriend did not want to proceed and highlighted the weaknesses in their case. Once they were aware of these developments, we successfully arranged to have the charges dismissed. This was all before our client's first court date and impressively all done within 10 days of the initial arrest.