Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Phony or stolen checks

hi, a friend of my was arrested for trying to cash a travelers cheque that was sent to her by someone on the internet. they told her it was payment for work that she had done for him, he told her to cash them and keep a portion of the money and send the rest back to him. she thought it was on the up and up. now she has to go back to court on 10/05...what will happen to her? she has the emails from him as proof that he sent them to her and told her to cash them.what can happen to her?


Asked on 9/20/05, 2:36 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Andrew Nitzberg Andrew Nitzberg & Associates

Re: Phony or stolen checks

The prosecution has a sufficient case to prosecute and convict. However, as a first offender, jail is extremely unlikely. Restitution is almost certain.

Your goal should be an 'adjournment in contemplation of dismissal' or a violation.

An attorney would be extremely helpful to you in this situation.

You are welcome to a consultation for no fee.

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Answered on 9/21/05, 7:29 pm
Richard Wagner Wagner & Zielinski, A Professional Law Corp.

Re: Phony or stolen checks

I am a lawyer and represent a client who has the same problem as your friend. He hired me through this service after he was charged by the District Attorney with two felonies - forgery and second degree burglary. The preliminary hearing is set for tomorrow.

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Answered on 9/20/05, 4:37 pm
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Phony or stolen checks

If convicted of theft, which is probable, she could be put in prison or placed on probation with or without jail time. Retaining an attorney should be a priority.

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Answered on 9/20/05, 8:29 pm


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