My question is for the state of: Arizona
I was riding the stupid train the day I decided to "lift" $32 worth of stuff from Wal-Mart. Well I got caught. Got my Criminal complaint from the officer and went to my arraignment. (I've never been to court before so I didn't know what to say or do.) The judge asked for my plea, I told him I didn't know so he entered a not-guilty plea. Now I have a pre-trial conference, no clue what that is, but I cannot afford a lawyer. I'm in college and afraid of how this will affect my future career. Please advise if the City of Mesa offers diversion programs/community service for first (and last) time shoplifters.
Thank you for you time.

