Things You'll Need:
- Computer with Internet access
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Step 1
Embezzlement occurs when a person is in a position of trust within a company.
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The theft of property or money must come into the possession of the suspected embezzler because of the nature of his or her position in the company.
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Step 3
The transfer of possession must be done in a fraudulent way.
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Step 4
For embezzlement to be proved, the fraudulent possession of money must be intentional.
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Step 1
Speak to a criminal lawyer. A lawyer who is an expert on white-collar crime will be able to give you a better idea of what sentences are typical for embezzlement cases in the state you live in.
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Step 2
Any sentencing involved in a criminal trial is ruled on by the judge. The judge can designate a penalty that falls anywhere within the legal range of sentences for the particular type of embezzlement. This may include a fine and no jail time, or it may include the maximum stay in prison along with a hefty payment.
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Step 3
U.S. code details specific penalties for all types of embezzlement, ranging from misuse of public funds to embezzlement by bank managers to theft of livestock. A minimum and maximum penalty is stated for each category. Visit the FindLaw Web site (see Resources below) to view U.S. Criminal Code Title 18, Chapter 31, which covers embezzlement , or ask an attorney to explain it to you.
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Discuss penalties with a lawyer who specializes in civil cases. The penalties in civil cases will always depend on the amount of money taken in the embezzlement, but a lawyer can give you a good idea if there are other fees and penalties attached to your civil case.
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Step 2
Use the Department of Justice Web site (see Resources below) to research potential penalties or penalty statistics for embezzlement in the United States.
