I've recently been arrested for theft by unlawful taking and recieving stolen property. It's a third degree felony because the item taken is valued @ $2500.00 I am a first time offender. I have never been involved with authorities before except for a few minor traffic tickets. I am a HS/college graduate, I'm in school again, I am currently employed, etc. The max they are giving is 7 years and 15,000 for each violation. I never pictured myself in this position and I guess I am still in denial that I can actually go to jail for this. I have been extremely cooperative with the cops in everything. I was set @ $5000.00 unsecured bail. My prelim hearing is not until March 30th and I do not meet with an attorney until this Mon. Is there any bottom line anyone can give me to what my sentencing may be like? Is there ANY possibility for probation? Or fines?
Or am I indefinitely facing jailtime?

