Criminal Trials, Hearings Shoplifted from Military PX Store

[Angelia123]

I got caught shoplifting, and I'm waiting to get my court date in the mail. I talked to two attorney, both gave me diff answers. What I want to know, can I plea to a lesser charge, or get into a program to keep off my record. I was never handcuffed or arrested. I admitted I was wrong, said I was sorry, and did a statement and let go. What I'm I looking at in the Courtroom, I can't afford a attorney.

 

[Betty3]

If you can't afford an attorney when you go to court, ask the court to appoint one for you. The attorney will tell you your options & get you the best outcome possible.

 

[shrinkmaster]

Yes you can ask about ACD or Diversion as plea options. These programs (where they exist) should protect your record

 

[army judge]

OP, you need to know that this charge s brought under federal law on a US military reservation.

You'll be tried or heard before. US Magistrate, in a federal courtroom.

Ask for a US Public Defender or Criminal Defense attorney to be appointed to represent you.

Once that happens, you'll be afforded an opportunity to take care of this in a less than unpleasant manner.

I presume you are a civilian, and not a member of the US Military, right?

Otherwise, please advise your status.

 

[disagreeable]

Her status is "Never going to have a Federal job".