Elder Abuse: Misdemeanor Penalties

Elder Abuse: Preservation of property for Restitution:

New Laws for 2012!!

What it is all about:

Adds Penal Code Section 186.12

Existing law provides criminal penalties for any person who commits a crime involving theft embezzlement forgery, fraud or identity theft against an elder or depedant adult.

What the new law is all about:

The new law would authorize the prosecuting agency in a criminal proceeeding involving more than $100,000 or more to file a petition with the court for preservation of property of the defendant for purposes of restitution.

If you are arrested or charged with a crime, contact:

Christine McGuire, Criminal defense Attorney

Santa Cruz, Monterey, Santa Clara County