Legal Question in Criminal Law in Missouri

recieving stolen property

My daughter has been charged with recieving stolen property, but they did not read her her rights or arrest her in any way. She was told that the police officer had to take her statement though. She is only 17 and has never been in any trouble. She talked with the prosecutor today who stated that he wants to put her in jail for a couple of days. Is this a reasonable punishment for a class A misdemeanor? If not, what do we do about it? The stolen property was 4 packs of cigarettes and her statement is what caused the charges.


Asked on 3/29/05, 6:53 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

Re: recieving stolen property

I would need to know quite a bit moe information in order to provide any specific advice, but I can certainly give you some general response based upon twenty-seven years of experience defending people charged with crimes. In the first place, your daughter needs a criminal defense attorney. Especially at her young age it is crucial to avoid a conviction being entered on her record. Not to mention, this is not the type of offense that normally requires jail time! Her defense attorney can investigate the evidence against her, and file a Motion to Suppress if a statement by her was obtained illegally. Her attorney will also be in the best position to negotiate a plea bargain with the prosecutor if it is in her best interest to do so. If you are located in the Eastern half of the state and do not have an attorney, you may call me for a free telephone consultation at 314-727-2822.

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Answered on 3/30/05, 11:58 am


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