Property Crimes Defense
Embezzlement Defense
Embezzlement cases typically involve an allegation that someone in a position of trust misappropriated funds or property. The primary focus of the prosecution is usually restitution to the victim, and that reality shapes how these cases are often resolved.
Kerry Bryson handles embezzlement defense cases in north Mississippi. Where the evidence is genuinely contested — questions of who actually controlled which accounts, what transactions mean in context, or whether the facts actually support the charge — that review starts with a close look at the underlying financial records. When the state's evidence is strong, the focus shifts to what outcome can realistically be negotiated that minimizes consequences and, where possible, keeps a conviction off the record.
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Shoplifting and Retail Theft Defense
Shoplifting charges range from misdemeanor petty theft to felony retail theft depending on the value of the merchandise involved. Even a misdemeanor conviction goes on your record and can affect employment.
Kerry Bryson reviews shoplifting cases to evaluate what the state actually has. In many cases, the prosecution's priority is restitution. Where the evidence is clear and a trial is not the right path, negotiating a resolution that avoids a permanent conviction — through diversion or non-adjudication where available — is often the better outcome. Where the evidence is weak or the charge overstates what actually happened, the case can be contested.
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Bad Check and Check Fraud Defense
Bad check charges — whether misdemeanor or felony — typically center on whether the check was written with intent to defraud. Evidence in these cases often comes down to account records, communications, and the circumstances surrounding the transaction.
Kerry Bryson reviews bad check cases to determine whether the state's evidence actually supports the charge and what resolution makes sense. As with other property crime cases, the prosecution's interest is usually in having the victim repaid. Where that is the path forward, the goal is a structured resolution that addresses the claim while minimizing lasting consequences. Payment plans are available.
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