What are my options if I was recently arrested for fraudulent returns at work?
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What are my options if I was recently arrested for fraudulent returns at work?
I have signed an agreement to pay it back. The amount was 843.99. I spent 3 days in jail and was bailed out. My court dated is next month and would not like to serve more time.
Asked on December 30, 2012 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
Kevin Bessant / Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
More than likely you will be charged with "Larceny By Conversion", meaning that you took items from your employer and converted them into your own financial gain or use. Sometimes attorney's are able to work out an agreement where once you pay back the restitution, the criminal charges will be dismissed. If convicted of these charges, you could even face possible jail time. Contact a criminal defense attorney in your area well before your next court date to discuss your available options with your attorney.
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