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First time offense. 18 years of age. Stole from walmart. - I got caught shoplifting. I was first charged with it and then a couple days ago got a call saying i am being charged wit it again cause the cameras saw me do it once before. I can’t get a lawyer it’s too much money and they are saying no public defender because it’s a city code violation so they can’t have public defenders help out. Court is in a couple days and i am pleading guilty because i need it to be over and done with i can’t have multiple trials. I know i can get a year in jail but be honest what do you think i will get. I was told “you’re under arrest” but never was read my rights or taken to the police station or cell. Thanks..
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It is not likely your court date is 'in a couple days' as all courts are basically closed due to the virus. You should call the court or look at the Courts' website for direction.
That said, if these are first and second offenses, it may be that they offer you a deal that will keep your record clean if you do certain things - restitution, community service, maybe a shoplifting class, etc.. It is called a deferred sentence or sometimes a diversion, where you plead guilty but if you do those things, then the guilty plea is withdrawn, charges are dismissed and you can then seal the record so it will not show up on public background checks.
I suggest consulting with a lawyer - pay one for a half hour or hour of their time and get direct input about this. You do not want to have this follow you through the rest of your life if you can help it.
Answered on May 03rd, 2020 at 9:25 AM