What will happen if I was arrested for grand theft?
Asked on Sep 15th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Michigan
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My sister gave me some items, if anything should happen to her, that I could have them. Now she is saying I stole them and had me arrested. I got out of jail. This is my first offense. What will happen now?
Your question requires an attorney consultation. It is not a simple question that can be answered on this type of forum. There are many factors that would need to be considered and evaluated. I strongly suggest that you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney for a face-to-face consultation and give him/her all of the facts surrounding your situation. He/she would then be in a better position to analyze your case and advise you of your options.
Hire a lawyer before you forget you have the right to remain silent and cop yourself out. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used against you later.
Depending on the circuit in Florida, you may be offered a program for first time offenders called Pretrial Intervention. The majority of circuits have specific programs for folks in your situation.
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