What happens after a theft under 5000 first offence?

Working with a theft under 5000 first offence charge can feel like the world is ramming down on you, especially if you've never had therefore much as being a racing ticket before. One minute you're in the store or a workplace, and the next, you're being handed some paper by the police plus told you have got a court time. It's a frightening, embarrassing experience that will leaves many people thinking if their entire future is ruined because of one particular bad split-second choice. ...

March 19, 2026 · 7 min · Arlene Sparks