My son stole some money from church in Tampa fl.he is in jail charge for burglary its his first time for burglary.

He may not go to prison, he could get house arrest or probation, or a combination of county jail and supervision.

Im being accused of theft what should i do?

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Once there's a plea deal does the victim have any say when the inmate can be released?

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