Shoplifting from Walmart in Arizona
I was caught shoplifting from walmart with a subtotal of $76. i was let go with a ticket. 4 days later i get caught again at a different walmart stealing with a subtotal of $26. again, i was let go with a ticket. i was unable to attend my courtdate. now i have 2 warrants. they were both on the same day.
i want to turn myself in.
now my question is.. wat am i going to expect?
about how long will i be in jail?
if i just need to see the judge for my ticket and soon released.. will i be able to see the judge the same day if i turn myself in as soon as the phoenix municiple court opens?
thanks for anyone who helps.
these are just questions for people who have been in similar or worst situations.
although help from lawyers will be highly appreciated.
My violations (since caught two times. theres two violations each)
13-1805 shoplifting - bail $500.00
13-3904A violation of promise to appear - bail $80.00
Re: Shoplifting from Walmart in Arizona
Consult a local criminal defense lawyer about the best way to time your surrender such that you minimize your chance of spending a night in jail, and be prepared to post bail.
Re: Shoplifting from Walmart in Arizona
Ok i consulted a lawyer.. but all they told me is they can squash the warrant and get me dismissed for $1500.. n i said if i was to turn myself in what would i be looking at? maybe a night or week in jail? and he said he doesnt know.. that the best thing to do would be to hire a lawyer since they know the laws..
its too much for me to pay in a 30 day period.. because i have rent to pay.. wat i can do is community service and pay in payments.
wats ur advice? how long u think id be in jail? its just 2 tickets of failure to appear for shoplifting which the fines are $500 .. i should be fine if i turn myself in right? maybe just a night or 2 in jail..?