What to expect for sentencing at court on Friday?

[Ladieunlucky]

Im being sentenced this Friday at crown court. I was charged for fraud under false representation due to a manic episode where I stole money from employers. I have bi polar disorder and was un medicated at the time. I handed myself in when I realised what I did and I have lost all my friends and reputation, butonly what I deserve. This charge is because I was in a position of trust. I have seen a psychiatrist for pre sentencing report.

I’ve been advised the sentencing guidelines start at 3 years, reduced by a 3rd because of my early guilty plea and co operation. Mitigating factors are I have not offended before, early plea and co operation, previous good character, have a 15 year old who I have joint custody with. And also my mental illness.

I am prepared for a custodial sentence and just wondered what I can expect on the day in court, how long it takes as no there is no trial. And what to pack in my bag to bring to prison?

I understand this may be my fate and what I deserve and have never once said I’m not guilty. Please just kind comments as this time is very difficult x

Hi @Ladieunlucky how are you feeling? Hope you've managed to relax a little over the past few weeks x

Hi @Ladieunlucky How have you been doing? Hope you're OK and everything's been done by professionals to get the best result for you on Monday. VERY best of luck and I hope you're in a position to give us a happy update after Monday. Thinking of you. 🤗

Hi guys,

Thank you so much for remembering and checking in. 😊 I’m doing okay but of course very worried about Monday. I’ve been trying my best with work, and just praying. I’ve seen the probation team and the mental health team at court who have both provided reports xx

Well done for keeping going. 💐

Keep positive, I hope Monday comes soon enough and the right outcome is decided. Sending love and strength your way xx

Good luck on Monday OP.

That's totally understandable OP, but it sounds like you and the people supporting you have done all that's needed to get the best outcome. I actually have a good feeling about this and I really hope the worst is behind you before Christmas so you can have a good one and enjoy your fresh start. Sending LOADS of good luck wishes OP. 🤗

Good luck for Monday.

Good luck for Monday x

🙏🙏.All the best for Monday OP.

Wishing you the best for Monday, OP X

Thinking of you.

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Thinking of you OP and keeping my fingers crossed for Monday.

Just wanted to add my best wishes for Monday 🙏🏼❤️

Best wishes for Monday @Ladieunlucky

Thank you everyone. Again I’ve prepared and trying to just stay strong. I still have to tell myself the worst x

Good luck on Monday x

Hopefully on Monday you will know one way or the other and you can start to put this behind you. I'm not a judge but I really don't see how a custodial sentence would serve any purpose here.

Best of luck OP. Thinking of you and will keep you in my prayers 🙏

Good luck on Monday @Ladieunlucky it must have been so hard waiting in the interim.

I’ve just read the update about your current employer, that is really lovely and whatever happens you will meet more lovely people in the future.

Wishing you all the very best for Monday.

Cheering you on OP and sending positive vibes x

Fingers crossed for Monday 💐

Good luck op 💐💐💐