sorry_i_did_it
May 8, 2009, 09:04 PM
I worked for Old Navy for over 3 years, my bosses always bragged about me to their bosses, and I was one of the best employees they've ever had.
Over a period of 6 or 7 months, I would keep customer's receipts from cash transactions and "return" items and pocket the cash. (It was always right around $20 each time-only a few times where it was a lot more).
It's tough times, I'm a full time college student, and I've had a lot of medical expenses this year (no excuse for doing what I did, but reasons).
Our Loss Prevention people caught me, got me to write a statement saying I took $875 total (though that figure is what they claim I took ,but I really don't think it was that much - none-the-less I wanted to cooperate as mush as possible)
The LP agent appreciated my cooperation and I agreed to pay $875 back to the company through a repayment plan. He said due to the high amount, they had to report it to the authorities, but they were only going to report $206.11 so it would only be a misdemeanor since I had cooperated, was going to pay it back, and he'd only heard good things about me as an employee.
I was given a citation for 'stealing.' When I showed up to municipal court, the lady at the check in desk said no information had been submitted for my case, so there was nothing I needed to do at that time.
I've been calling the prosecutor's office every week (for a month now) since my original court date to see if anything has been filed, but so far nothing.
I am terrified!
I know the decisions I made were wrong.
I am so scared that this will keep me from ever starting a career after college! And I'm scared that Old Navy will go back on what they said and file a higher amount which may make it a felony.
What do I need to do? I can't sleep or concentrate on school anymore because I am so scared that I've ruined my entire future.
I want to make this right! I have learned how severe the consequences are, and I am terrified to disobey ANY law now.
Should I try to contact Old Navy to see what's up? Do you think this will be a drawn out ordeal? What are the odds of keeping this off my record? I am willing to do as much as it takes! I want to make it right!
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
I am deeply sorry for anyone who has been a victim of theft or fraud! It's a terrible thing, and really pathetic for people to stoop so low, but unfortunately it happens.
Please don't post bashing comments, I've torn myself up enough about my actions.
Thank you!
Over a period of 6 or 7 months, I would keep customer's receipts from cash transactions and "return" items and pocket the cash. (It was always right around $20 each time-only a few times where it was a lot more).
It's tough times, I'm a full time college student, and I've had a lot of medical expenses this year (no excuse for doing what I did, but reasons).
Our Loss Prevention people caught me, got me to write a statement saying I took $875 total (though that figure is what they claim I took ,but I really don't think it was that much - none-the-less I wanted to cooperate as mush as possible)
The LP agent appreciated my cooperation and I agreed to pay $875 back to the company through a repayment plan. He said due to the high amount, they had to report it to the authorities, but they were only going to report $206.11 so it would only be a misdemeanor since I had cooperated, was going to pay it back, and he'd only heard good things about me as an employee.
I was given a citation for 'stealing.' When I showed up to municipal court, the lady at the check in desk said no information had been submitted for my case, so there was nothing I needed to do at that time.
I've been calling the prosecutor's office every week (for a month now) since my original court date to see if anything has been filed, but so far nothing.
I am terrified!
I know the decisions I made were wrong.
I am so scared that this will keep me from ever starting a career after college! And I'm scared that Old Navy will go back on what they said and file a higher amount which may make it a felony.
What do I need to do? I can't sleep or concentrate on school anymore because I am so scared that I've ruined my entire future.
I want to make this right! I have learned how severe the consequences are, and I am terrified to disobey ANY law now.
Should I try to contact Old Navy to see what's up? Do you think this will be a drawn out ordeal? What are the odds of keeping this off my record? I am willing to do as much as it takes! I want to make it right!
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
I am deeply sorry for anyone who has been a victim of theft or fraud! It's a terrible thing, and really pathetic for people to stoop so low, but unfortunately it happens.
Please don't post bashing comments, I've torn myself up enough about my actions.
Thank you!