Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio

Employee Theft and return of merchandise

My 18 yr old son admitted to stealing more than 500 dollars in merchandise from his place of employment. He returned the merchandise. The store is pressing felony charges against him. Is there a way to lessen the charge from a felony or even have the charges dropped?


Asked on 1/12/03, 2:36 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Aaron Miller Robert Aaron Miller Co., L.P.A.

Re: Employee Theft and return of merchandise

Some counties refer first time felony theft cases to a diversion program. In this type of program a person is placed on probation for a period of time. If that probationary period is successfully completed the case is dismissed.

If you want to speak with me regarding this matter, call my office at 740-342-1611.

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Answered on 1/14/03, 8:17 am
Joseph Jacobs Jacobs & Lowder

Re: Employee Theft and return of merchandise

There is plenty of room for negotiation with the prosecutor including a provision that ultimately leaves no conviction on your son's record. You will need an attorney to work that out though.

Call me directly if you wish:

Joe Jacobs

216-952-1990 216-227-0900

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Answered on 1/14/03, 5:13 pm


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