Legal Question in Criminal Law in Alabama

theft

Afriend of mine has been accused of theft by unlawful taking i the amount of $20,000, what I'm wondering is if with her never being in touble before, what are te chances of her getting probation, and not having to serve any time.

Thank You,

Concerned


Asked on 10/19/02, 5:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Philip Owens Philip M. Owens, Attorney at Law

Re: theft

a "first time" ofender is more eligible for probation, etc., but this depends upon the Court's attitude toward the theft; how aggresive the prosecutor is and how much the victim wants to push the conviction. Your local counsel is in the best position to judge and advise his/her client on this. I have encountered judges and prosecutors who have felt that there was no excuse for a theft and would not probate under any circumstances.

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Answered on 10/21/02, 6:28 am


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