Theft lawyer

Kovalev Artem

Head of criminal law practice

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kovalev@prikhodko.com.ua

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Expert in criminal and international law. He also specializes in crimes in the field of military activity and in the financial sector.

Theft lawyer

A car theft lawyer has in-depth knowledge and the necessary practical experience to resolve your situation. Our specialist helps in the most complex criminal cases, in particular those related to Article 289 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. A car theft lawyer will quickly analyze the circumstances of the case, determine the legal qualification of the act, collect evidence and prepare an effective strategy for your defense. And this, in turn, will significantly increase your chances of a favorable outcome.

Car theft under Article 289 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine

Illegal seizure of a vehicle is incriminated by Article 289 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. This is a serious criminal offense that has a clear legal definition. Illegal seizure of a vehicle (theft) should be understood as:

an intentional act (the perpetrator is aware of his actions and wants them to occur);
for any purpose (the motives for the seizure are irrelevant for qualification);
carried out against the will of the owner or user in any way (secret abduction, robbery, fraud, abuse of office, etc.).

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What is the liability provided for by the Criminal Code of Ukraine for car theft (theft)?

Article 289 of the Criminal Code provides for different levels of liability depending on the circumstances, such as the repetition of the crime, the presence of a group of persons, combination with violence, penetration into housing, other property, use of weapons, etc. The main types of punishment are as follows:

for theft of a car without the purpose of appropriation – a fine of up to 51,000 UAH, restriction (deprivation) of liberty for a term of up to 5 years;
for theft committed by a group of persons with the use of violence against the owner, user, with penetration into someone else’s premises – imprisonment for up to 8 years;
for theft of a vehicle by an organized group, if this caused great material damage – imprisonment for up to 12 years;
for theft of a car with the use of weapons, causing serious bodily harm to another person, or if this caused great material damage – imprisonment for up to 15 years.

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Protection by a lawyer in the event of a car theft of a suspect, accused, defendant: how does it work?

A lawyer in the event of a car theft is a lawyer whose information is entered in the Unified Register of Lawyers of Ukraine. His main or one of the main areas of his activity is the protection of the rights and legitimate interests of a suspect, accused, defendant.

The protection of the interests of a client who has in any way become a party to a criminal offense under Art. 289 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine begins from the moment the lawyer enters the case, that is, the conclusion of an agreement on the provision of legal assistance, as well as familiarization with the maximum possible volume of materials of the criminal case.

During the familiarization, the lawyer finds out:

on what basis was the criminal case initiated?
is there actually a criminal offense under Art. 289 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine?
on what legal basis was the vehicle at the disposal of the victim?
Was the victim personally acquainted with the suspect, accused, defendant?
Did the suspect, accused, defendant have intent and what is this confirmed by?
Presence of witnesses, as well as their testimony?
Location of the vehicle?
What examinations were conducted, their results, etc.

Important! The lawyer should find out whether criminal proceedings have been initiated based on a false statement by the victim, since it often happens that the owner of the vehicle, after voluntarily handing over the vehicle, declares its theft, having the criminal intent of obtaining enrichment through blackmail.

How to choose a reliable lawyer for car theft (hijacking): recommendations of a criminal lawyer

Choosing a lawyer, especially in such a serious criminal case, is an extremely responsible step. The key recommendation of our lawyer is to pay attention to the typical “red flags” of a bad lawyer. Among them, the following should be highlighted:

Passive position. If the lawyer is simply present at the investigative actions and does not show activity, does not interfere, this may indicate his incompetence, indifference to your case;
Excessive aggression, conflict. Although the lawyer should be decisive, constant conflicts, shouting and threats against the investigators indicate unprofessionalism on his part;
Attempts to “make friends” with the investigator. If the lawyer actively seeks friendly relations with law enforcement officers, this may indicate a conflict of interest. The independence and objectivity of the lawyer is the key to high-quality defense;
Use of general phrases and confusion in terminology. Criminal cases have their own specific terminology. If a lawyer uses phrases like “some kind of certificate,” “something was taken in court,” or confuses the statuses of “defendant,” “plaintiff” (in civil law) with “suspect,” “accused” (in criminal law), this is a clear sign of low qualifications.

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You are suspected or accused of committing a criminal offense under Article 289 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine: what should be the procedure?

If you are suspected or accused of committing a criminal offense under Article 289 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, it is extremely important to act decisively and correctly. Here is a step-by-step algorithm of actions that will help you effectively protect your rights:

First, immediately find a qualified criminal lawyer. Do not try to figure out the situation on your own, give explanations to law enforcement agencies without the presence of your defense attorney. One of the best options would be to contact the law firm “Prykhodko and Partners”;
Secondly, be sure to get quality advice. Already during the first conversation you will be able to understand the level of professionalism of the lawyer. And if he suits you, then get a clearly outlined plan of action for the case. As part of the consultation, you can also be guided by the cost of the lawyer’s services in the case;
thirdly, follow the lawyer’s recommendations and act together. The most important thing is complete trust and cooperation. A car theft lawyer is a specialist in his field and knows how to best protect you. Therefore, trust the professional you have chosen;
finally, do not take any independent actions. Avoid any contact with law enforcement agencies without the presence of your lawyer, do not give any testimony without consent.

What is the price of a car theft lawyer’s support from the Law Firm “Prikhodko and Partners”?

The cost of our lawyer’s services in criminal cases includes a consultation fee (1), legal support (2) and a success fee (3). We offer you flexible payment options adapted to different situations for your review:

expert or regular consultation (up to 4,200 hryvnias);
legal support of individual investigative actions (fee is $100 per hour, but not less than $200 per interrogation, $500 per search in total);
preparation of responses to requests for documents for a criminal case ($100);
conducting a criminal case at various stages, from pre-trial investigation to appealing a court verdict (fees are $3,000-10,000 for each stage).

The law firm “Prikhodko and Partners” is a team of experienced criminal lawyers who are ready to protect your rights. Fill out the form below, find out the price of legal support for your case and receive professional legal assistance.

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