What can I do about being accused of stealing something from my work?
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What can I do about being accused of stealing something from my work?
A laptop computer has gone missing from my work and they think I stole it because the last IP address it accessed was near my home. No charges or arrests have been made yet. I don’t know for sure if they are considering me for this crime but a few arrows are pointing in my direction. How should I proceed?
Asked on November 9, 2011 under Criminal Law, Illinois
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you have done nothing wrong, then you have nothing to worry about. However, people worry about many things and perhaps to allay your fears you might wish to consult with a criminal defense attorney about the situation and the missing laptop computer.
Good luck.
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