What to do if someone accuses you of stealing money?

When you are accused of theft–or any crime–the very first thing you should do is NOT TALK. Do NOT say anything about it to anyone, especially the police. As an old saying from police TV shows goes, “Anything you say can and will be used against you.”

What happens if you steal money from work?

FindLaw states that the court may charge you with theft for embezzling money. The court can charge you with a misdemeanor or felony depending on the amount of money taken. You may also face additional penalties and fines for subsequent charges.

Can you lose your job for stealing?

In a nutshell, stealing from your employer can amount to gross misconduct. This means that you can be dismissed immediately and without notice, which won’t bode well for future employment.

How do you recover money from a stolen employee?

In dealing successfully with any employee theft, there are five basic steps:

1. Conduct a fair and accurate investigation;
2. Discipline or terminate the employee;
3. File a claim under the fidelity bond or employee dishonesty policy;
4. Recover your loss against third parties;
5. Obtain restitution through the criminal justice system.

Can a job disclose why you were fired?

Employers are not prohibited by law from disclosing to a potential employer – who calls for a reference about a former employee – the reasons that the employee left, as long as the information they share is truthful.

Can you sue your job for false accusations?

Yes, you certainly can. If your employer makes a false accusation against you that hurts your reputation, you can sue for defamation.

Can I sue for being falsely accused at work?

What happens if you are accused of stealing at work?

If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to repay what you’ve stolen and walk away from the situation altogether, but if the company decides to seek criminal justice, you could be facing jail time. Usually, an employer will notify the authorities when you have been accused of theft.

Can my employer call the police if I’m accused of theft?

Usually, an employer will notify the authorities when you have been accused of theft. That said, if you weren’t approached by the police when you’re fired, you could still expect a visit later down the line. Even if your manager doesn’t consult the corporate department, they can still go beyond employee policy and notify the authorities.

Can my employer dismiss me for theft?

Most employees are aware that their employer is prohibited form unfairly dismissing them but may be unaware of precise mechanics of when and how they can be dismissed if they’ve been accused of theft.

What should I do if my employer stole my job?

Take Care of Your Finances. If you don’t get your job back, make sure you get any pay that is owed to you. Your former employer cannot withhold your money or make any deductions related to the alleged theft. If she attempts to do so, file a complaint with the Department of Labor’s Hour and Wage Division.