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    Default Price Tag Fraud and My Record

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: TX

    I was caught switching earrings on available in a multi-pack with ones available in single pairs. I purchased three single pairs after swapping. I took nothing else I didn't pay for.

    I was stopped suspected of shoplifting, explained precisely what I did, and was issued a citation for theft under $50. I believe the total was in the area of $36 (the cost of three multi-packs) I was searched, (my wallet, pockets, shoes...) and had nothing on me as I didn't take anything I didn't pay for.

    I may have incriminated myself in a blind, terrified effort to do the right thing by being honest about what I did. I understand this makes me an idiot for not shutting up.

    After having admitted to what I did to the police officer is there any way out of this without it being a mark on my record? My record is clean other than one traffic ticket several years ago that I did traffic school for. I'm absolutely terrified, and will probably never buy earrings again, nevertheless do anything so stupid as what I did. I don't have money for a lawyer, although my parents might pay for it if I stood any change of finding a way out of this. I'm aware that fines, community service, etc are possible, and I've accepted that.

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    Default Re: Price Tag Fraud and My Record

    When you go to court, plea "Not Guilty" and ask for a Public Defender. Bear in mind, you may have to pay ($250 in my area). He/She will try to get a deal for you.

    You will also receive a Civil Demand letter in the mail. Pay that. This is separate from the criminal charge. (expect $150+)

    You may get Community Service or a Diversion Program. Yep, you've set your parents back another few hundred bucks.

    Oh yes...court costs/fines. Another few hundred.

    While you don't see pricetag switching as shoplifting...it is. Or would you be OK with the bank giving you a $5 bill instead of a $20?

    You may get lucky and get your record sealed (assuming you are a juvenile) upon completion of whatever sentence they give you.

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