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If I was to guess you should be ok.

Diversion programs and their availability vary. The Lawyer your going to talk to will know if its available in your case

If you were not charged criminally there is no 1st offense

The "security dude" is only guessing he does not "know"

The likihood they will go through hours upon hours of video footage on the "chance" they "might" something is very very low

It is never a wise idea to talk top the DA without an Attorney present. Where you could do as you want, you risk much since you do not know the law or your options. In my opinion your best option is to get as many free consultations as possible and when you go to court ask for Publice defender

The laws and guidleine for Civil Demand vary. If I was to guess (its only a guess) if you were in US the Civil Demand fine (unrelated to court fines) would be over $300.00

1. Am I going in the right direction with my estimate for the court fees? these fines vary but should be less than $500.00. Howver this does not include Civil Demand and any classes you may be asked to take 2. Do you think I stand a good chance at getting my plea accepted? Probably but its up to...

Retailers dont find it "dumb or petty" However no one goes to jail over an infraction! If your case is only an infraction jail is not an option

Infractions are like traffic tickets. However without a penal code or the like we cannot say much more than that. Just as a note: The hundreds of dollars you find appalling is a drop in the bucket compared to what retailers lose each year to shoplifting alone. Visit the NASP website. they...

You start calling Lawyer as many offer free consultations. If you cannot afford one ask for Public defender then take what you learned to Public defender when you discuss plans. By the way do not count on cop not showing up

I agree and will add that it might be wise for both of you to enroll in an Anti Shoplifting course. This can help you with what appears to be a theft problem and could help Judge smile upon your efforts come sentencing time. I generally recommend the shoplifting prevention course given by the NASP.

Ok let me get this right you were charged but not your cousin and it was your cousin who stole items?

Not to be rude but your post is poorly written. I understand your upset. However it hard to tell what it your asking and why it posted in internal theft section. The search itself was legal (you gave consent) since there were several stolen items the Police can assume all merchandise is stolen...

That will depend on how document reads. Your Lawyer will best have this answer

Most stores do not seek Civil Demand from internals they just seek what they lost from former employee or through court restitution. But one cannot say for certain

If Civil Demand is requested yes you will get a letter

That is a personal choice. If it was me yes I would just move on

The company has until the statute of limitations runs out to file criminal charges. However if all items were returned and in saleable condition then I doubt they will pursue charges. Note: We cannot say for certain

Most attorneys offer "free" consultations. I suggest you get as many as possible. This way you will have some knowledge. Then if you do not hire any of these Attorneys you can plead not guilty and request Public Defender. Then take what you learned from consultations to Public defender and...