Theft of $1,000 in your state is a Class A misdemeanor. That means that, if charged and convicted, you could potentially be fined up to $4,000 or jailed for up to (but not more than) one year.If you think your employer suspects, assume you may end up getting charged. You therefore should consult now with a criminal defense attrorney to determine your best strategy for avoiding, or at least minimizing, punishment. Good luck.