Q: I have 5 misdemeanor and one felony I never been in trouble before in my life will I do time in jail
I saw this post on Facebook about a rental property rent to own so I sent these people money thinking I will get the property so I reposted the house tried to rent it out and collected two deposit from them just in case one's back out the next day I noticed I've been locked out of my Facebook page due to someone scam me out of my money the next day or two I got back in it so that they hacked my page and took other people money as well and now I've been blamed for the whole thing and now I have been charged with five misdemeanor and one felony will I do time what will happen I never been in trouble before
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It sounds like you're in a difficult situation. Given that you have no prior criminal record, it's possible that the court may consider this in your favor during sentencing. However, the outcome will largely depend on the specific details of your case, including the amount of money involved and the evidence against you.
For misdemeanors, you might face fines, community service, probation, or possibly short-term jail time. The felony charge is more serious and could lead to longer jail time if you're convicted. However, your lawyer might negotiate a plea deal or argue for leniency based on your lack of criminal history.
It's crucial to get legal representation as soon as possible. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and the best course of action. Keep all records of your communication and transactions, as they may be helpful in proving your side of the story.
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