Criminal Law
Theft, Robbery & Fraud Defence Lawyers Melbourne
Defence of theft, robbery, burglary and fraud allegations in Melbourne, from summary matters to complex indictable prosecutions.
Understanding Theft, Robbery & Fraud
Property and dishonesty offences range from low-value shop theft allegations to serious robbery and large-scale fraud prosecutions. The evidence can include CCTV, identification, phone material, bank records, forensic accounting and alleged admissions. The right response depends on the charge, the value involved, whether force is alleged and whether the case is summary or indictable.
Vitt Legal advises and represents Melbourne clients in theft, robbery, burglary and fraud matters, including cases with a commercial or financial records component.
What We Handle
How We Handle Your Matter
Charge and brief review
We identify the prosecution theory and the evidentiary pressure points in the case.
Document and evidence analysis
For fraud matters especially, we work carefully through records, transaction material and alleged misrepresentations.
Resolution strategy
We advise on contest, negotiation, diversion where available, or plea preparation depending on the evidence and your objectives.
Court outcome
We represent you through mention, contest mention, hearing, plea or trial and any appeal that follows.
Why Choose Vitt Legal
We understand both straightforward theft cases and document-heavy fraud briefs
We identify when the real issue is proof of dishonesty, identification or alleged joint criminal enterprise
We keep sentencing preparation in view early where a negotiated outcome is realistic
We give direct advice about commercial and employment consequences as well as the charge itself
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Respond to theft or fraud charges with a clear strategy
These cases can affect employment, licensing and reputation as well as sentencing outcome. Get advice early.