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    Default What's the Penalty for Misdemeanor Embezzlement

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Embezzlement.

    I am 20 and few months ago, I had taken property (total under $110) from my retail stores and got caught. It was months ago so I assumed they dropped the charges...

    This is my first time getting in legal trouble and am deeply overwhelmed.

    According to the mail I received from Superior court says a misdemeanor complaint has been filed for violation of embezzlement by servant in 3 counts.

    I admitted my guilt, and wrote a confession on my full responsibility and the crime I have committed.

    Questions that are concerning me is that,

    1. Should I obtain a lawyer? How helpful would he be with reducing the punishment ,especially after confession I have made?

    2. What should I be prepare when being summon? What are the processes when I arrive there?

    3. (edit) How much would the pricing for hiring attorney? (would public defenders be a great alternative?)

    Sincerely,

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    Default Re: First Misdemeanor Complaint of Embezzlement, What Should I Be Prepare for (Ca)

    Quote Quoting legalhelpme
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    1. Should I obtain a lawyer? How helpful would he be with reducing the punishment ,especially after confession I have made?
    Yes! But, if you cannot afford an attorney, the court should appoint you one ... provided you lack the resources to pay for one yourself.

    2. What should I be prepare when being summon? What are the processes when I arrive there?
    When you go to court, you can expect to be arraigned on the charges (asked for a plea), asked if you have retained counsel and informed of your right to court-appointed counsel, and you might also be ordered or held for booking (pictures and fingerprints). You may receive notice to be booked PRIOR to arraignment, but processes seem to vary by jurisdiction.

    DO NOT miss the court date when they issue the summons, or it will become an arrest warrant!

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