Your answers must be justified and supported by current case law.

SCENARIO: Jerry steals $2,000 from his elderly neighbor. The neighbor, because of the theft, is unable to pay his utilities: the telephone and electric power. The neighbor borrows money at a high interest rate and has his telephone and power reconnected. The utilities assess him $200.00 in late payments and reconnecting fees. The neighbor also is required to pay $150.00 in interest on the loan. The jurisdiction is involved in the restorative movement. As court services officer, you must prepare a recommendation to the judge on how to handle the sentencing aspect of this case. Jerry is a retired schoolteacher and receives $700.00 per month as his sole income.

Prepare a pre-sentence report identifying factors the judge should consider as well as specific sentencing recommendations you would make to the judge.