Former City Recorder Sentenced for Theft

A former Mapleton City, Utah recorder has been sentenced in a theft case that she pleaded guilty in. She pleaded guilty to taking city gift cards and postage stamps and selling them on eBay. Jeannie Kay Bell has now been sentenced to 90 days in jail for her guilty plea to one count of second-degree felony theft. Bell got credit for 35 days spent in jail and the rest can be served through GPS monitoring. She will also pay nearly $33,000 in restitution to the city.

Theft charges can be incredibly serious and result in consequences such as jail time and heavy fines depending on the situation. It's important that you understand what you are being charged with and how you should go about resolving this matter. You do have rights to protect during this difficult time and options to do so. Begin the process of moving forward with your life.

It's in your best interest to work with a criminal defense lawyer who will understand your case and be able to guide you through this difficult process. A defense attorney will know how to deal with court proceedings and any other aspects necessary. You can count on a defense lawyer to always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a criminal defense attorney and begin discussing the details of your case.