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    Default Petit Larceny in NYC

    I'm charged with petit larceny for shoplifting items worth about $225. I have a DAT scheduled in two months.

    My question is should I hire an attorney in order to get to get an ACD?

    This is my first time getting charged, and I am really unsure of what to do. Please help!

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    Default Re: Petit Larceny in NYC

    If you can afford a lawyer, yes.

    If you can't - plead guilty and ask for a Public Defender (not free).

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    Default Re: Petit Larceny in NYC

    Quote Quoting PandorasBox
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    If you can afford a lawyer, yes.

    If you can't - plead guilty and ask for a Public Defender (not free).
    You meant not guilty right Pandora?

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    Default Re: Petit Larceny in NYC

    I dont know what to expect can tell me what would happen. Will I have a criminal record?

    Thanks

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    Default Re: Petit Larceny in NYC

    Plead not guitly and see if you can get a legal aid,if so then push for an acd. If you are unable to get one or if the case seems to be going bad consider hiring a private lawyer. Since it's your 1st time in trouble and the matter is not complicated I think a Pd or a private lawyer will both probably shoot for an acd,it makes sense to choice the pd. Be well dressed and polite in court.

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    Default Re: Petit Larceny in NYC

    I meant not guilty. I was typing too fast!

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