Legal Question in Criminal Law in Kansas

What might my sentence be

As of last Friday, I have officially been charged with a felony crime. I was fired for embezzlement on June 10th from my former employer. It has taken the county attorney until now to finally press charges. I understand that what happens now is they have requested a warrant from the district court. I have never been arrested...or even had a speeding ticket...so this is all new to me. I believe the charges will be theft/embezzlement (approz $40K). I have already made full restitution to the company...so that part is taken care of. I am waiting for them to come and arrest me. I don't really know what to expect or what the procedures are. My questions are these: Can I turn myself in instead of them coming out and arresting me? What might my sentence be for 1st offense embezzlement in Kansas? Will the fact that I have cooperated fully and have made restitution help to lessen the sentence any?

I appreciate your response. I may be in jail before I get to read your response. Thank you.


Asked on 8/23/04, 4:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Bonnie Selby Bonnie J. Selby, Attorney at Law

Re: What might my sentence be

Yes, you can turn yourself in to the local county sheriff; however, it would expedite matters if you would hire counsel to represent you first. . .they can advise you step by step. Yes, it should be helpful to you that you have made restitution. Good luck.

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Answered on 8/24/04, 7:10 am
Brian Leininger Leininger Law Office

Re: What might my sentence be

From what you have written you should be charged with a level 7 felony and receive a prison sentence of about one year and, with no criminal record, will very likely get probation. You are going to need a good lawyer on this so you might as well get one now. The lawyer can find out the amount of the bond, line up a bondsman, surrender you to the sheriff, and get you out fairly quickly. If the bond is really high the lawyer can try to get it reduced.

I will consult with you for free. Call me at 913-648-7070 or email at [email protected]. I'm in Johnson County but have no problem coming to Franklin County.

Brian Leininger

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Answered on 8/24/04, 2:52 pm


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