I was cited for petty theft for $306 at TJMaxx on August 24, 2008
I don't have enough to afford a private attorney.
Has anyone been in a similar situation in California? What was the outcome and common punishment for this offense? Probation? Infration? Community service?
Fines?
The officer scheduled a court appearance on November 11,2008 at 8:30am, if you plead no contest or guilty, does the judge give you a moment to plea your case?
What are the common questions that the judge would ask? Will I be sent to jail?
This is my first offense and I've been law abiding all my life. I am considering to get help from a psychiatrist for counseling and just had myself assessed by the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention.
I've been reading that most people are getting infractions? Will this record stay for the rest of my life?
I'm scared, haven't been able to sleep. I am so ashamed...I need your help.
I don't have enough to afford a private attorney.
Has anyone been in a similar situation in California? What was the outcome and common punishment for this offense? Probation? Infration? Community service?
Fines?
The officer scheduled a court appearance on November 11,2008 at 8:30am, if you plead no contest or guilty, does the judge give you a moment to plea your case?
What are the common questions that the judge would ask? Will I be sent to jail?
This is my first offense and I've been law abiding all my life. I am considering to get help from a psychiatrist for counseling and just had myself assessed by the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention.
I've been reading that most people are getting infractions? Will this record stay for the rest of my life?
I'm scared, haven't been able to sleep. I am so ashamed...I need your help.