My question involves criminal law for the state of: New York
Arrested for shoplifting in NYC, was given a DAT P.L. 165.40. I was not taken to central booking, the amount stolen was around $100-120. I have been arrested in 2007 for same charges. I plead guilty and charges were dropped to a violation, I had to pay a fine and do 3 days of community service and was told my record would be sealed if I stayed out of trouble for a period of 3 years. I don't want to serve time and I don't want this on my record. I'm 21 years old, I work part time and will get my BA in May. What are my options? Can I ask for ACD? Should I plead not guilty? Should I take an online shoplifters anonymous course before I go to court? PLEASE HELP and thanks in advance.

