People generally assume that it’s
theft when a person wrongfully takes someone’s possessions or property for
selfish gain. But little do we know that theft crimes vary from one another. Theft
and embezzlement are two different crimes with two different punishments upon
conviction.
To be accused of embezzlement,
a person should be caught taking someone’s property without the consent of the
owner. However, if a person secretly takes a possession entrusted under his/her
care that is legally owned by the company, this is considered as embezzlement.
If you are proven guilty for committing
this wrongful act, the following consequences of embezzlement includes; one to
ten years of imprisonment and of fines not more than $10,000 depending on the
degree of crime committed. So, to help yourself from getting accuse of
embezzlement, research more information about embezzlement’s
definition or you may consider getting a criminal defense attorney to
protect you.