Torrance Crime News

Crime is on the rise in Torrance during this busy holiday season.  Likewise, pleading guilty or no contest plea to a theft charge in the Torrance Courthouse can have devastating consequences on your future employment.  Many job applicants are asked if they’ve ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony and, if so, to explain.  The problem with theft convictions is that employers will believe that you are untrustworthy and, therefore, not worthy of being hired.  Seeking competent legal advice before a guilty or no contest plea is critical…..even if you feel that you have no defense.

 

Errol Cook, Esq.

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