The Umansky Law Firm

An artificial Christmas tree adorned with the names of 50 needy children was stolen from the lobby of the Sorrento post office last week. It is believed the tree was taken sometime after the post office closed on Nov. 18.

The tree was the property of the Adopt a Child or Two holiday charity. The tree's only decorations were 50 cardboard angels, each bearing the first name of a needy child, their age, and their clothing size. The children are referred to the charity by Lake County counselors and school teachers, with the approval of the parents. Some parents say this is the only way their children would be able to get any gifts at Christmas.

Because of the state of the economy, some believe that the tree was taken by someone trying to make their own Christmas a little better. And, it's true that many people are suffering because of the economy. Some of these people will feel that the only way to make things better for them and their families is to resort to theft. However, this act, possibly based out of desperation, can leave you and your family with an even worse holiday season if you are charged with theft or shoplifting.

If you have been charged with the crime of theft in the Orange County or Orlando area, or anywhere else in the state of Florida, please contact the Umansky Law Firm for an initial and confidential consultation.