Caught Shoplifting In Kentucky

My question involves criminal law for the state of: Kentucky

I was caught shoplifting some merchandise from Wal-Mart today. I was caught once before a few years ago, took it to court, and had the charges dismissed due to lack of evidence. Today, I was stopped at the door with the stuff in pocket, totalling in value of about $52.00. I have a court date three weeks from now. I don't know what to expect as far as consequences. I want to know what you can tell me, considering my state. I can not afford to consult a lawyer, if I could I wouldn't be stealing. I am too ashamed to talk to my family, so I am not even going to tell them I am going to court. It could ruin my family life forever. I need some advice if you can offer me any at all. Trust me, I don't plan to ever steal anything again, not even from the Take a Penny, Leave a Penny.

Consulting an Attorney cost nothing if you find one who grants such consultations. If you cannot afford an Attorney request public defender. You really need an Attorney!

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I can not afford to consult a lawyer

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Plead Not Guilty and a attorney will be appointed
for you, this will be a Public Defender

Plead Guilty and be sentanced then and there

Expect the following out of court
--Fines
--Community Service
--Probation

Don't be surprised if you receive a letter from Wal-Mart,
their attorney, or a third party. This is called a Civil Demand,
it is restitution to Wal-Mart for the trouble you caused them.
It can be for up to $500, usually half

Can I expect the Probation to be supervised or unsupervised? I know that supervised could be a bit of trouble for me considering I travel out of state alot for my line of work. I would be more than happy to pay the fines and serve the community service. Is this something I should discuss with my court appointed attorney if I plead not guilty at first?