April 27, 201214 yr Of course! But it is not about what we (government, people, etc.) think the entire amount is, it is what we (the state in this case) can prove was taken. Could the school come back with a civil case?
April 27, 201214 yr Could the school come back with a civil case? I couldn't imagine why not. Criminal case should have no impact on civil case, which is actually far easier to win since you only need to have 51% of the evidence on your side. Given the fact that she deprived the school the use of these funds for such a long period, interest accruals on this money, not to mention possible effect on future donations, I would think a civil suit is more than justified. Ultimately, however, Beechwood may just want to be done with this saga and let it die as quiet a death as possible. Sad situation and I'm sure embarrassing for the kids.
April 27, 201214 yr Would it be Beechwood in a civil case anyway? I thought booster clubs were independent from the schools.
April 27, 201214 yr Of course! But it is not about what we (government, people, etc.) think the entire amount is, it is what we (the state in this case) can prove was taken. If it goes to trial then it is all about what the state can prove. However, a settlement is just an agreement between two parties, there need not be any proof. IMO the agreement should have been for no less than they believed she took otherwise let it go to court.
April 27, 201214 yr Not if the state doesn't feel confident with the amount they need to prove in court. Plus, this saves a lot of court resources. I am not saying that logic is right, but it is reality.
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