Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

i got arrested at wal mart for stealing a little over a thousand dollars the other night. and total amount was around 3,000.00. and before i got arrested i was employed there. i know i got a felony for grand theft third degree. but will i go to jail or prison? this is my first offence.


Asked on 8/03/10, 7:44 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Don Waggoner Don Waggoner Law, P.A.

You could go to jail or prison. You need to see an attorney right away. Give me a call if you want a consultation and to discuss the exact facts of your case.

Don Waggoner

321-442-0725

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Answered on 8/08/10, 9:02 am
Aaron Slavin Slavin Law Firm, LLC

While I agree with Don that you "could" go to jail, if this is your first offense, you are probably looking at some form of probation with restitution or possibly getting into a diversionary program (that may lead to your charge being dismissed).

Nonetheless, the Grand Theft charge is a Third Degree Felony punishable by up to five (5) years in State Prison, five (5) years of Felony Probation and/or a Five Thousand Dollar Fine. Therefore, I do agree with Don that you should consult with an attorney ASAP to discuss your options.

Should you wish to discuss this matter any further, please call my Office or send me a direct email.

Good luck,

Aaron J. Slavin, Esq.

SLAVIN LAW FIRM, LLC

727.474.3785

1.877.HIRE.SLF

[email protected]

www.slavinlawfirm.com

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Answered on 8/08/10, 9:13 am


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