Theft, Fraud or Property Crimes
Charged with theft, fraud, or a property crime in Pennsylvania? Mark Zearfaus Law Offices provides aggressive defense to protect your record, rights, and future.
Defense for Theft, Fraud & Property Crimes in Central Pennsylvania
Serving Blair, Bedford & Cambria Counties
If you’ve been charged with theft, fraud, or any property-related crime in Pennsylvania, you’re facing consequences that can affect your job, housing, and future for years to come. Even misdemeanor offenses—like shoplifting—can carry lasting penalties and mark you with a criminal record. At Mark Zearfaus Law Offices, we defend clients in Altoona, Bedford, Johnstown, and surrounding areas across Blair, Bedford, and Cambria counties.
Whether you're facing a first-time charge or multiple counts, you need a knowledgeable attorney who will move quickly to protect your rights and reputation.
We Handle a Wide Range of Property Crime Charges
- Our firm represents clients accused of:
- Retail theft and shoplifting
- Burglary and trespassing
- Theft by unlawful taking
- Receiving stolen property
- Credit card fraud and identity theft
- Forgery and check fraud
- Criminal mischief or vandalism
- Depending on the value of the property or the nature of the offense, charges may range from summary offenses to felonies. Prior convictions, use of force, or involvement of a weapon can also elevate the severity.
Your Defense Starts Here
Attorney Mark S. Zearfaus brings over two decades of courtroom experience to your case, including service as a former public defender. He knows how prosecutors build theft and fraud cases—and how to break them down.
- We fight for:
- Case dismissals or reduction to non-theft offenses
- Suppression of illegally obtained evidence
- Diversion programs and record expungement for first-time offenders
- Negotiated resolutions that minimize jail time and financial penalties
- We also understand the collateral damage these charges can cause—especially when your employment, family, or immigration status is at risk.
First-Time Shoplifting? Serious Felony? We Handle Both.
Not all theft cases involve hardened criminals. Many of our clients face retail theft charges after one mistake, misunderstanding, or moment of poor judgment. We provide respectful, nonjudgmental legal guidance to help you get past the charge and protect your future.
In felony-level cases—such as burglary, grand larceny, or wire fraud—we provide aggressive, strategic defense and challenge the state at every step.
Don’t Let a Property Crime Destroy Your Record
If you’ve been arrested or charged with a theft, fraud, or property offense, the worst thing you can do is wait. Get legal representation immediately to avoid harsh penalties and protect your future opportunities.
