My question involves criminal law for the state of: NY
Ok So I'm 18 and I was caught stealing a $25 Flat Iron. I get it I was wrong and all that but I have court in a few days and I'm starting to really freak out!! It was my first offense ever and I dont know if i should plead guity or not guity. Some of my friends (who have been in the jail system) say to just plead guilty and get it over with and just plead with the public deffender. Honestly I will pay the fine and do what ever the community service asks BUT I CANNOT have this on my personal record. As far as working goes I'm a LPN and I'm trying to become a doctor. What do I do? How long is the expungement period afterward?
Help? Please? Any One?

