Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

checks?

I worked for a pest control company for 2 years.

I did several side jobs & had the customers write out their checks to my fiance. Checks ranged from $750 - 1100.Allshe did was deposit them into her account. She had no idea I was givivng the customers contracts warranting them through the company. The detectives have already come to talk to her, & they told her that since just had a child 14 days ago, & she honestly didnt know I was doing anything illegal, they will work with her.Can she be charged with anything if I decide not to go meet with the detective on the 18th? She did nothing wrong other than trust what I was telling her. I am being charged with theft & mis-use of a drivers license. I have similar charges pending in Indiana. Will I still be offered bail here?


Asked on 6/16/07, 4:41 pm

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Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: checks?

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Whether or not you will be allowed bail is a question that only the judge can answer. Chances are that you may not since similar charges are pending in another state and you apparently committed the same offense in Florida while awaiting trial.

As to your girlfriend, she can be charged with a crime if the police so decide to do so. The bigger question is whether or not there is enough for her to be convicted.

I strongly suggest that you retain a criminal attorney prior to meeting with the police. Your attorney can try and resolve the issues prior to your meeting or to work out your release if you are placed under arrest.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 6/17/07, 8:51 pm


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