Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

theft or fraud

I cashed checks totaling 6,000.00 from former employer and I signed a paper my boss gave me , because he said I could make full restitution with being further prosecuted. I was contacted today by police department they said they would to meet with me and discuss this matter. I talked to a

public defender and she said i should tell them everything I did. I want to know if i should say anything at all or not. Will I be charged when i talk to them or at a later date? Is there a way i can pay the money back and prevent jail time possibly be plaaced in a diversion program. And if not, what is the charge for first time offense? What can I do if he has not paid me for two weeks vaaacation i had incurred at the time of the offense. And is there a way if i am jailed that i can have this sealed so i will be able to

get a decent job when i am released. Any help is greatly appreciated,


Asked on 6/09/03, 6:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Maury Beaulier612.240.8005 Minnesota Lawyers

Re: theft or fraud

Absolutely DO NOT speak with the police. That is terrible advice. If the police have enough evidence, they will charge you regardless of what you say. Talking to them can only hurt your case.

The matter is likely to be charged out as a felony. Depending on the county that you are in, you may be able to avoid felony charges and perhaps all charges with a diversion program.

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Answered on 6/09/03, 9:35 pm
Thomas C. Gallagher Gallagher Criminal Defense

Re: theft or fraud

You should not talk to police about it without first retaining a criminal defense lawyer for advice and counsel, and to consider whether it is in your interests to talk to police. Depending upon the facts and circumstances of your case and your history, it may be possible to get into a pre-trial diversion program -- but; you should work with and through your lawyer, so he or she may be able to protect you.

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Answered on 6/09/03, 6:31 pm


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