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So I called an attorney for a consultation. And he said I will not likely be going to jail since this is my first time but the case will not likely be dismissed. He said if I hire an attorney they can get the misdemeanor down to a "trespass" which is just a minor offense and will not show up on...

What if I plead No Contest (without a lawyer)? How likely is it I will go to jail? Should I have a lawyer with me on my first court date?

Thank you for your answers. What exactly is a diversion? Is that different than if the misdemeanor becomes an infraction (so it wouldn't show up on my record)? And if I plead not guilty and ask for a PD, does that mean there will be another court date? Also, my mom wants to call the store and...

I was arrested at a store for stealing I think around $150 worth of stuff. LP stopped me then police officers came, handcuffed me and took me to a holding cell, asked me questions, then took me to a county jail where I spent several hours until I was released OR. I was charged with Petty Theft...