Chicago, IL asked in Employment Discrimination for Kentucky

Q: Can a cop make you tell your boss about a situation that happened after work to get you fired?

I went to dollar general and I unintentionally walked out with merchandise that I didnt pay for. When I got home I was missing a few things I did pay for& asked them to watch the cameras. After I hung up I saw the merchandise that I didnt pay for and tried to call back they wouldnt pick up it was at closing time.

I used to work there, and these things happen so I figured that I would take care of it in the morning. I work at save a lot. So I get up late and go in to work an officer came in to question and give me a situation for theft however I was accused of taking more then I did but after, he walked me back into my job and to the office with the manger and had me tell what and why he was there This left me jobless I feel as though the officer was my judge, jury, and executioner..

I'm willing to take responsibility for what I did, it was less then $40.00 and yes I made a mistake. But I have a family and this on my record I'll not get a job. I worked @the DG and left on a bad note.

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1 Lawyer Answer
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
Answered
  • Employment Law Lawyer
  • Louisville, KY
  • Licensed in Kentucky

A: You always have the right to remain silent. You should hire a criminal defense attorney and you may be able to get it diverted or dismissed.

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