My question involves criminal law for the state of: new york (rochester)
My sister was just caught in Lord and Taylor shoplifting 2 pairs of "Ugg" boots. Im not sure what their worth is but i am certain that it is below $500. She says the security guard who caught her says that she must pay a $500 fee within 10 days or Lord and Taylor's personal attorney will "follow up." She also has been assigned a court date too. I am not sure what kind of paperwork she has signed so far that could bind her to paying the fee (still isnt home). Does anyone know anything about the $500 fee or if it truly is a mandatory fee, or if there is any way to avoid it i would really appreciate it cause it saves me $500.
Any advice helps!
Thank you

