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Re: Fired for retail theft 2 years ago and still cant get a I think if you lie about job history you can be fired if discovered.

I have just reread your original topic. The reason DA is not going with Diversion is because your case is likely a felony! Go back and read what you were told in original topic. Why your Attorney told you what he did I do not understand but he knows your local laws better than I.

Have you discussed this with your Attorney? Do nothing until you have

That pretty much describes most diversion programs

Diversion programs (when available) vary so ask your Attorney. However in most cases once you complete program your case is dismissed. This means no criminal record

At best 50% of retailer use this database so that might not be reason your not being hired

Calling store Loss Prevention might not get you answers they do not have to answer you. Ask the store for the number to their Civil Recovery service they will tell you status of Civil Demand. You can certainly call Police to see if a criminal file has been made, but since store has at least one...

If the letter comes and your not there to get it they will assume your ignoring it. This will not likely have good consequences for you. Have some one check your mail while your gone

Since no criminal charges were filed you name wont show up in a criminal background check. Far as the databases go the subscribers to these databases are closely guarded secret

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There is no way we can answer that one sorry

Then your not likely going to know until you get that letter with court date

Contact the Police

If you were arrested and Police came then you likely have been charged with misdemeanor

Start calling Lawyers many offer free consultations get as many as you can. When you meet with these Lawyers ask about Diversion as option

1. whats the time frame they can still open CRIMINAL CASE. About one year 2. Is Civil Demand letter sent by court / law firm ? Law firm

The letter is "Civil Demand" and can arrive in days, weeks even months. Since no Police were called and no plans ot do so this will be over once you pay Civil Demand

Civil Demand is a civil fine from the store. The letter usually comes from a Law Firm. If you read the section on Civil Demand on this site you can learn more about this. If criminal charges are filed then youwill have a court date. If that happens you should start calling lawyers and when you...

That will depend on whether or not the store files a Police report or not. Youwill get a Civil Demand letter at very least

Call it what you like its still legally theft. I understand your point and you can certainly argue that in court but the legal cost will exceed the fines.