The Miami Herald has reported that Monroe County School District Superintendent Randy Acevedo was arrested Thursday morning on a charge of official misconduct, which carries a maximum penalty of five (5) years in Florida State Prison if he is convicted.  The arrest was based upon testimony provided to a grand jury in connection with an alleged theft by his wife, Monique, of over $180,000 from school tuition and other school district accounts.  It also seems likely that other charges are forthcoming in connection to $118,000 in fraudulent charges Mrs. Acevedo racked up on her school district credit card.  She is likely looking at two counts of Grand Theft in the First Degree, which could land her in Florida State Prison for up to sixty (60) years if convicted.

From a practical standpoint, prosecutors in these types of cases will rarely seek jail or prison time because it prevents or at least prolongs the time in which the victim(s) can be made whole through the payment of restitution.

The attorneys at Hager & Schwartz, P.A. have extensive experience in any and all theft related criminal charges.  If you or someone you know has been charged with a theft related crime, call our office at 866-850-7575 for a free consultation with one of our experienced criminal attorneys.