- Jurisdiction
- Florida
Dear Madam or Sir,
I am a 72 year old retired woman. I was caught shoplifting toothbrush heads and batteries at Costco. The items were valued at $65. The police were called and I was charged with misdemeanor shoplifting. I was told that I am banned from Costco, but not for how long. I signed documents they put in front of me, but was not given a copy. I have never shoplifted before, have never committed a crime before, and I am 72 years old.
My questions are:
What questions can I anticipate from the Judge and what sentence can I expect?
I read that in Florida the penalty for misdemeanor shoplifting is up to $500 and 2 months in jail. I am terrified that I may be sentenced to jail.
Should I tell the judge that I am taking medication for depression and anxiety or will he see it as if I'm trying to make an excuse for my actions?
Do I need a lawyer? I am scared.
For how long am I banned from Costco?
Will I receive copies of the documents that I signed at Costco in the mail?
Thank You,
I am a 72 year old retired woman. I was caught shoplifting toothbrush heads and batteries at Costco. The items were valued at $65. The police were called and I was charged with misdemeanor shoplifting. I was told that I am banned from Costco, but not for how long. I signed documents they put in front of me, but was not given a copy. I have never shoplifted before, have never committed a crime before, and I am 72 years old.
My questions are:
What questions can I anticipate from the Judge and what sentence can I expect?
I read that in Florida the penalty for misdemeanor shoplifting is up to $500 and 2 months in jail. I am terrified that I may be sentenced to jail.
Should I tell the judge that I am taking medication for depression and anxiety or will he see it as if I'm trying to make an excuse for my actions?
Do I need a lawyer? I am scared.
For how long am I banned from Costco?
Will I receive copies of the documents that I signed at Costco in the mail?
Thank You,