Arthur Baxter, a manager in records retention for SWC Company, has ordered seven laptop computers for his department, even though he only has five employees. In addition to each laptop, he ordered extra copies of several software programs. When the equipment arrives, Baxter sends one of the extra laptops to his son who is a freshman at Eastern University and sells three of the original software packages to friends. Which of the following offenses could Baxter be charged with?

a. Larcenyb. Embezzlementc. Conversiond. All of the above

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Rhianna Burton

20 June, 05:32

Arthur Baxter, a manager in records retention for SWC Company, has ordered seven laptop computers for his department, even though he only has five employees. In addition to each laptop, he ordered extra copies of several software programs. When the equipment arrives, Baxter sends one of the extra laptops to his son who is a freshman at Eastern University and sells three of the original software packages to friends. Which of the following offenses could Baxter be charged with?

a. Larcenyb. Embezzlementc. Conversiond. All of the above

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Eve Mercer · Answer 1

D. All of the above

Explanation:

Larceny involves the theft of another person or business personal property. It involves wrongful taking or carrying away of another person or business personal goods. By sending one of the extra laptops to his son and selling 3 of the softwares, Baxter is committing Larceny.

Embezzlement is a form of financial fraud that involves the misappropriation of funds placed in the trust of an employer. It is the fraudulent taking of personal property by someone who it was entrusted to. Baxter embezzled by ordering 7 laptops even though only 5 was needed and also ordering extra copies of softwares.

Conversion involves taking another person money or property and converting it for one's own use or a third party that it wasn't intended for. By selling original software packages to his friends, Baxter engaged in fraudulent conversion of those equipments.

Madeline Morales · Answer 2

Answer: D. All of the above

Explanation: Baxter could be charged for all the crimes listed above as they all wrongful act of taking a property isn't rightfully yours.

Larceny simply refers to theft of property or belonging usually without the use of force.

Baxter could also be charged with embezzlement, being a manager, as his action shows wrongful misappropriation or ownership of assets placed under his watch by ordering for more number of items than required so he can earn illegally by selling the excess.

Baxter also portrayed an act of conversion by diverting official or properties or asset for personal use asset.