Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I was arrested for 484E. My Boss at the time always let me use his credit card as long as I paid him back. I used it to play at a game site Total was $215.00. He was mad at me and he is very forgetful. He had our accountant call the cops and say I did not have permission to use his card. I was arrested then after I got out I heard that he never thought it would go this far and he told my lawyer that he was not going to go to court he was too busy. I go to trial soon, what should I expect to happen and can they charge me if he does not show up? He also owes me over $2000.00 in pay. One more thing I had a e-mail from him saying "Windy, yes I told you as long as you pay me for what is charged on the card

you can use it. when are we going to vegas!" To me that is giving me permission. Thank you


Asked on 2/13/11, 11:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Sounds like you could win a criminal jury trial. followed by a civil lawsuit for false arrest. Retain competent counsel. Watch out for legal time limits.

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Answered on 2/14/11, 12:06 am
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

You have apparent defenses to any criminal charges he might try to file. That doesn't mean a guaranteed win, but they are clear defenses. If you are charged, and if you are serious about hiring counsel, feel free to contact me. I�ll be happy to help you use whatever defenses you may have. If you can't afford private counsel, apply for the Public Defender.

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Answered on 2/14/11, 2:37 pm


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