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Los Angeles Identity Theft Attorney | PC 530.5 Cyber & Financial Crime Defense

By Managing Trial Counsel•Published on August 3, 2026•Peer Reviewed for CA Statutory Accuracy
🚨 URGENT CALIFORNIA STATUTORY WARNING:

If you or a loved one are actively detained, under police surveillance, or being questioned by LAPD, LASD, or the CHP: Exercise your absolute 5th Amendment right to remain silent. Do not consent to warrantless searches or provide recorded statements without trial counsel present.

Types of PC 530.5 Identity Theft Offenses

Offenses include unauthorized use of credit card numbers, obtaining loans under another person’s name, possessing identifying information of 10+ people with intent to defraud, or mail theft.

Defending Identity Theft Allegations

Key defenses include lack of fraudulent intent, authorization to use the information, misidentification, or lack of knowledge that the information was stolen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is identity theft a wobbler in California?

Yes. PC 530.5 can be charged as a misdemeanor (up to 1 year jail) or a felony (up to 3 years state prison).

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Author: Managing Trial Counsel, LA Law Firm

Admitted to the State Bar of California, the United States District Court for the Central District of California, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Specializing in Fourth Amendment motion practice, federal white-collar defense, and multimillion-dollar personal injury trial litigation.