If you’re dealing with a shoplifting or theft charge, you’re probably feeling stressed and unsure what happens next. Kevin Battersby Witenoff is a former Wayne County prosecutor who will help you understand where you stand and what may be possible in your situation.
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What happens early in a case can affect how it is resolved later. It is never too early to talk to a lawyer.
Kevin spent years in the Wayne County prosecutor’s office charging and trying retail fraud and theft cases — he knows exactly how the other side builds these cases.
You’ll get a clear explanation of the charge, the process, and what your real options may be.
Shoplifting and theft charges often happen in situations people never expected to be in. A momentary decision, a misunderstanding, or a situation that got out of hand, and now you’re facing a criminal charge.
What you’re feeling right now — stress, embarrassment, worry about your job and your record — is completely normal. The situation feels overwhelming because you don’t yet know what actually matters and what comes next.
Most people in your position aren’t looking for a sales pitch. They want someone who will listen, explain what’s actually happening, and give them a straight answer.
Kevin works directly with every client — not a paralegal, not a case manager. He’ll walk you through the charge, explain how retail fraud and theft cases move through Wayne County courts, and answer every question you have.
Most clients say the stress starts to lift once they understand their situation and know someone is handling it.
Kevin spent years in the Wayne County prosecutor’s office charging and trying hundreds of retail fraud and theft cases. He understands how prosecutors evaluate these cases, what factors can change how a case is viewed, and where weaknesses may exist.
He now uses that experience to find real opportunities in your case — whether that means pursuing a dismissal, negotiating a charge reduction, securing entry into a retail fraud diversion program, or using his trial experience to challenge the case in court when appropriate.
Many first-time offenders don’t realize that outcomes like diversion, delayed sentencing, or trial defenses may even be available. Kevin identifies what applies to your specific facts and builds a strategy around protecting your record and your future from day one.
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If you’re dealing with a shoplifting or theft charge, the first step is understanding what you’re actually facing.
You don’t need a sales pitch — you need a clear explanation of your situation and what options may be available.
Kevin Battersby Witenoff offers free consultations so you can get a straightforward answer and decide what to do next.
