QUESTION
I got suspended from work for stealing, what will happen to me?
Asked on Dec 26th, 2014 on Criminal Law - Missouri
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I just got suspended from work because I stole a GPS from a customer and then sold it to a pawn shop for $20. What is going to happen, will I go to jail? Do I need a lawyer? A detective called me and left message saying to call him. I haven't called him, but should I? Please help. I messed up and I'm scared. I have never done this before nor do I have anything but traffic stuff on my record.
1 ANSWER
It's never a good idea to talk to a detective without having a lawyer with you. If you are charged with stealing, you will need to hire a lawyer to represent you if you want to avoid having a conviction for stealing on your permanent criminal record. The maximum penalty in Missouri for stealing under $500 is 1 year in jail and a fine of $1,000. Your attorney may be able to get the charge reduced to a lesser offense.
Answered on Dec 30th, 2014 at 11:28 AM