What kind of trouble are we talking for stealing from work?

Question

Ok, a friend of mine stole a lil under $400 from his employer. They will be prosecuting. What kind of legal trouble are we talking here?

Answer 1

Depends on how far the employer wants to take it....

Usually in most states, any theft over $300 is a Felony Grand Theft. Some places it may only be a Misdemeanor Petite Theft.

But, if they want to really stick it to him... The employer could request an Embezzlement charge... Always a felony.

If this is the guys first offense, he could get pre trial intervention / diversion and get off with probation, restitution and a fine.

If he has priors.... He could get some time in the joint.

A lot of it depends on what the exact charge is.... and his prior record and how he scores out at the sentencing.

Answer 2

It's embezzlement. Depends on what state. Could be a felony or a Class A or B midsdemeanor.

He will DEFINITELY want a lawyer, though, or he's very possibly looking at incarceration time. With a lawyer, he may get probation for a year or two on the condition of restitution, fines and court costs.

Answer 3

A theft conviction. The court case may be the least of his worries. The loss of his job and record that will haunt him for a long time. I have worked for companies that will hire a murderer before a thief. Any jobs that require bonding are now out of reach.

Answer 4

First, loss of his job, plus insurance and any other benefits. Second, theft. Each state sets what amount constitutes grand theft, but still, he's in trouble. Have him hire a lawyer, rather than use the public defender.

Answer 5

Petty theft, perhaps some embezzlement statute. If no break in occurred, that will help.

A fine--maybe up to $2500, restitution to the victim, maybe work release or probation, hopefully a few or no days in jail.

Answer 6

maximum sentence $1000 fine up to a year in jail. Most likely have to repay the money maybe probation.