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    Default Caught Stealing Mascara

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Texas

    I made a huge mistake recently by stealing an $8 bottle of mascara from the grocery store trying to save a few dollars to survive in college, and it cost me big. I have no criminal record and have never even considered doing something like this until the other day. I am so embarrassed about this and just want to get it off of my record and put it behind me. I was issued a citation but was not arrested. I have read that I should plead not guilty and talk to an attorney or ask for deferred, but I am lost. I have never been in a situation like this and I am so scared that this will ruin my life. Any advise you have for me would be an incredible help.

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    Default Re: Caught Stealing Mascara

    Survive? When people say, "I'll absolutely die if my makeup isn't perfect," they're not actually speaking literally.

    It's always sensible to discuss criminal charges with a lawyer.

    Depending on your age and the policies of your county, you may be eligible for a diversion program. If you are charged with a Class C misdemeanor, you may also be eligible for a deferred sentence and, if you successfully complete it, would then be eligible to petition for an expungement. Anything that minimizes the impact on your record is a positive.

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    Default Re: Caught Stealing Mascara

    Mr. K,

    When I said survive I meant trying to save money to get by on bills, rent, school, etc.; not my make-up being perfect. But I know what you mean. Thanks for the help.

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    Default Re: Caught Stealing Mascara

    As Mr K noted, you can attempt to get diversion. I do not suggest you attempt the poor college student stealing mascara to survive story in court.

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    Default Re: Caught Stealing Mascara

    i wonder if the college the op goes to has free legal services for students?

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