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What are possible consequences for embezzlement?

Asked on Apr 16th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Ohio
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This is a family matter that I won't get into but wondering what happens when someone gets caught embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from a charitable corporation.
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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Federal Way, WA at Freeborn Law Offices P.S.
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If convicted they will go to prison
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 12:38 PM

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James Edward Smith
Usually probation for the first offense with restitution.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 12:38 PM

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Federal Criminal Law Attorney serving Fresno, CA at Mark A. Broughton, PC
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That person is in serious trouble and could end up in prison, as well as being ordered to pay back all the money that was taken.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 12:38 PM

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Thomas Edward Gates
They expect jail time and paying restitution.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 12:37 PM

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Michael J. Breczinski
Well what usually happens is an all expense paid stay in the State Prison.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 12:37 PM

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Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI at Musilli Brennan Associates, PLLC
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In such cases there is normally jail time and restitution ordered if the party is found guilty of embezzlement.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 12:37 PM

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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Alhambra, CA at Francis John Cowhig
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Embezzlement is a felony with a minimum jail sentence of 1 to 3 years.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 1:16 AM

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Criminal Felony charges and prison time.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 1:02 AM

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