Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I live in california and recently i was arrested for felony embezzlement. I was released on bail and my court date is the 27th. This is my first offence ever so I dont know what to expect when i arrive at court. I spoke with a manager at the store i worked at and was informed that as long as i made my restitution payments on time (which i agreed to before the police were called) they would not be pressing any charges. So what im wondering is....am i going to be pressed with charges from the state? and how severe will they be? I'm very willing to make my payments on time as i extremely regret what i have done. What is the possible out come?


Asked on 10/21/09, 7:08 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Juan Dotson Law Office of Juan F. Dotson

State can file charges whenever they believe there is probable cause that a crime has been committed and they have evidence to prove it. If filed as a felony, you could face up to 3 years in state prison. In your case, since the employer is willing to "settle" out of court, you may be able to petition your charges to be dismissed upon re-payment. I imagine you showed up to court and continued the arraignment so you can continue making payments, work out a deal (written agreement). If you didn't have court, then the case has not been filed--keep paying pursuant to a written agreement. Please call my office for assistance if you do not have an attorney.

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Answered on 11/04/09, 1:57 pm


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