[StupidMistake]

I'm just worried that because I was an employee they'll treat my case differently than they would a normal shoplifter... I'm so stressed... does anyone know/have experience on this issue? Thanks again everyone for your input!

[CakeLady]

[QUOTE=JudyKayTee]

But yeah. They'll look at the swift little college girl and her attorney and you'll get diversion. Happens every time...



Not a deal breaker but OP said he's a HE, not a SHE - things are bad enough in his life right now without having to explain this one to whomever.

Whatever. I only read the original post, not indicating either sex. Either way--theivery knows no sexuality.

--CL--

[JudyKayTee]

[QUOTE=CakeLady][QUOTE=JudyKayTee]

Whatever. I only read the original post, not indicating either sex. Either way--theivery knows no sexuality.



Then you missed some comprehensive, helpful advice and additional facts.

[JudyKayTee]

I'm just worried that because I was an employee they'll treat my case differently than they would a normal shoplifter... I'm so stressed... does anyone know/have experience on this issue? thanks again everyone for your input!

I can tell you that my husband was a store owner and in general he pressed charges and followed through when employees stole from him, far more than shoplifters who wandered in off the street.

I can't speak for others but stealing from an employer is a double slap in the face of the employer. It's a violation of a relationship and a trust.

My husband was not unreasonable and there were employees who either came to him and confessed and kept their jobs or came to him following the arrest and were sincere and made restitution... and he rehired them (sometimes against my advice). Attitude was everything. The more excuses for the behavior, the more the matter was pursued.

[StupidMistake]

Thanks for the input JudyKayTee... I wish there was some type of database we could look into to see past decisions by judges on cases similar to ours/mine... I also called a lawyer and she was very helpful... thanks for all the input guys and I'll make sure to update everyone whenever there is news.

[JudyKayTee]

Thanks for the input JudyKayTee... I wish there was some type of database we could look into to see past decisions by judges on cases similar to ours/mine... I also called a lawyer and she was very helpful... thanks for all the input guys and I'll make sure to update everyone whenever there is news.

A lot is based on are you truly sorry, have you repented, are you a wise guy with a smirk? Glad you found a helpful Attorney, and, yes, check back, okay?

Thanks for the good words -

[emery]

I agree with your concern about this being "theft from an employer". Normally a first time offense would qualify for a diversion program however courts do not like to give this when it is theft from an employer as they consider this much more serious than just shoplifting. Let us know how this works out for you.

[StupidMistake]

Hi everyone...

Just thought I'd finally update you guys with the situation and how it all unfolded...

After much delay I was finally and luckily admitted into a diversion program... my lawyer mentioned to me that without my university background and prior clean slate I would never have been considered for diversion.

Needless to say, I was very thankful and relieved to know that I had been given a second chance. I was ordered to complete 50 hours of community service at a local carpentry shop stripping furniture and doing other manual labour tasks...

After completing my community service I waited for my final court date and was successfully granted completion of diversion. I have most definitely learned my lesson and truly thank you all for your help through this crazy ordeal.