Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

I was terminated without cause, was offered a 2 week severence. 10 days later, after I filed unemployment, my former boss filed theft charges against me. He is now rescending the severence and wants me to give him $500 or send me to jail. I have documentation that proves my innocence. The police department interrogated me as if I was a criminal. Do I give the police department to proof or get an attorney?


Asked on 11/21/09, 5:22 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Aaron Slavin Slavin Law Firm, LLC

If the police are investigating this case as a "Theft by an Employee," it can be charged as a Third Degree Felony (punishable by up to five (5) years in prison) depending on how the State Attorney's Office views the case.

With that being said, anyone who is looking at a potential felony should immediately consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney in their local area.

My office handles all types of Felony charges and Theft-Related offenses throughout the Tampa Bay area. If you are interested in setting up a free consultation to review your case and/or have any specific questions, I would be more than happy to discuss this matter with youi in private.

I would NOT recommend speaking with the police and/or providing them with any documentation and/or evidence until you've spoken with a criminal defense attorney and/or have one with you while giving any potential statement.

Good luck and Happy Thanksgiving,

Aaron J. Slavin, Esq.

SLAVIN LAW FIRM, LLC

727.474.3785

1.877.HIRE.SLF

www.slavinlawfirm.com

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Answered on 11/26/09, 8:03 pm
Craig Epifanio Craig Epifanio, P.A.

Do NOT speak with the police without at least talking to an attorney. You should then hire that attorney who can speak on your behalf. I'm in your area if you wish to give me a call at 727-528-1859.

Craig Epifanio

www.helpgoodpeople.com

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Answered on 11/26/09, 9:48 pm


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