Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland
Can an employer press chagres against a past employee for theft, even though the employer has reported the amount that was \"stolen\" to the IRS as \"income?\"
Asked on 7/29/09, 2:11 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
William Welch
William L. Welch, III Attorney
The state or the government will decide whether to press the charges. Wrongdoing by the employer is not a defense to criminal charges against the employee. However, if the employer's credibility is in issue, then it may help.
Answered on 8/03/09, 2:23 pm
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