Recently I was convicted for stealing a little over $120 at JC Penny. I was found with the merchandise and am charged by having to pay $200 (10X the amount). I have a court date in a couple of weeks and am really really nervous. I'm 18 and this is my first offense and I was just wondering if any of you know if it will go on my record, how much I could be fined by the court, and anything else that could be helpful for me. I can't afford a lawyer and it will be hard for me to afford all the fines.
PLEASE HELP!

