QUESTION
Is it possible to ask for a probation period and take classes and then have this shoplifting charge dismissed?
Asked on Jul 11th, 2014 on Criminal Law - Minnesota
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I was charged for a shoplifting couple of weeks ago. I am an international student and I have lived in the US for more than 3 years. My friend and I were caught together. He was the one who was carrying the stuffs. I just put them in a bag as he told me to do and put it on the cart. They have said that, I was with him and helped him stealing all these $200 worth of stuff while I haven’t taken any of them for myself. I know I made a mistake by listening to him and put them on the cart. The store has charged $50 for civil charges. My friend appeared the court earlier and the prosecutor negotiated with him for a petty misdemeanor. Is there any way I can have this off my record? Please help me out.
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Yes it's very possible. You'll want to retain an attorney to help work out these types of arrangements for you.
Answered on Jul 14th, 2014 at 1:46 PM