Legal Question in Criminal Law in Georgia

I was accused of theft by taking. This is my first time ever being in trouble. What is the penalty for this? The amount was 1200.00.


Asked on 3/20/13, 1:39 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Lawrence Lewis Lawrence Lewis, P.C.

See website for info on theft offense: http://www.lawrencelewispc.com/pages.php?go=pinfo&PID=49

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Answered on 3/20/13, 2:12 pm
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

The maximum sentence is ten years. It's a felony, although a judge has discretion to sentence you as a misdemeanor. You need a lawyer. That may minimize jail time or possibly even come up with ways to keep this off your record. Don't wait - as this charge not only could get you fines and jail, but it could make you unemployable if you end up with a record.

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Answered on 3/20/13, 2:59 pm


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