Chapter 21 - THE PLEA OFFERS
Dorinda received the more straightforward criminal offer.
Admission:
She intentionally struck Camille with a wooden rolling pin while knowing Camille was visibly pregnant.
The strike caused pain and bruising.
She threatened further harm.
Recommended:
Misdemeanor or lower-level felony resolution depending statute and enhancement.
Short custodial exposure potentially suspended in part.
Probation.
Anger-management.
No contact inconsistent with protective order.
Restitution for medical expenses attributable to the assault.
Dorinda wanted the phrase:
"while knowing Camille was pregnant"
removed.
Impossible.
I was seven months pregnant in front of her.
No agreement.
Preston’s case was more complicated.
Financial charges:
Fraud based on earlier reimbursements.
Attempted fraud regarding the $300,000 reserve.
False document use.
Possible unlawful restraint/coercion-related count for blocking my exit.
His lawyer negotiated aggressively.
Preston offered to repay the full disputed amount.
Repayment mattered.
Did not erase offense.
He would admit:
Misclassified household reimbursements used temporarily for business purposes.
The prosecutor wanted:
Knowingly caused false pregnancy-related expense claims to be submitted.
Purpose again.
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Words matter because facts matter.
No deal initially.
