Grand Larceny charges (for over $6000) dismissed in Manhattan
2020
Lance’s client was investigated for embezzling over $6000 from her
employer. When they questioned our client about it, our client provided
a partial
confession and was subsequently
arrested. When released, our client
contacted Lance for help. We sat down and reviewed the records from the investigation
and discussed different strategies. Since Lance’s client was facing
felony charges for
grand larceny and the maximum sentence was seven years in
prison, a careful strategy was needed. Going to trial was an option due to the
lack of admissible evidence but almost any felony trial carries the risk
of a long
prison sentence. Lance’s client had a child to take care of and was terrified of
jail. After reviewing police reports, discovery, and negotiations with the
prosecutor, Lance negotiated a deal to have the felony and all criminal
charges vacated as long as our client agreed to a conviction only to disorderly
conduct and
community service. No
jail, no probation, and no criminal record.