QUESTION
If I got a citation for shoplifting 3 years ago, my warrant was recalled, and now I have an arraignment, what should I expect?
Asked on Jun 21st, 2016 on Criminal Law - Washington
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This is my first offense and I cannot afford a lawyer. I'm really afraid this could affect my chances of graduate school.
1 ANSWER
Thomas Edward Gates
Screen for the public defender. You should get community service, take a consumer education class, pay a fine and be on probation for one year. A background check will show the infraction. You can expunge your record two years from the completion of your probation.
Answered on Jun 23rd, 2016 at 5:06 AM