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    Default First-Time Offender Shoplifting, Remove Charge and Conviction in South Carolina

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: South Carolina..
    I was charged with shoplifting on this past thursday at Macy's in Columbia South Carolina and have to go to court for it on September 23, 2010. I was wondering since I have a clean record and never been arrested for anything or charged for anything before will I be able to remove the charge and conviction from my record, as I want to not hinder me from getting a higher paying job. If so when am I able to do this, like what is the process I need to begin from here?

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    Default Re: First-Time Offender Shoplifting, Remove Charge and Conviction in South Carolina

    You'd do well to consult with an attorney to determine if you might be eligible for a pre-trial intervention program, which typically consists of fines, restitution, anti-shoplifting classes, and a period of probation.

    After successful completion of such a program, there is usually no criminal record.

    If you are convicted, expungement will not be available to you.

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    Default Re: First-Time Offender Shoplifting, Remove Charge and Conviction in South Carolina

    Ok thanks so do i need to wait until the court date to consult with an attorney or should I do that now before the court date?

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    Default Re: First-Time Offender Shoplifting, Remove Charge and Conviction in South Carolina

    If you can afford private counsel, retain it now.

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    Default Re: First-Time Offender Shoplifting, Remove Charge and Conviction in South Carolina

    What about the first offender's right how would that play out?

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