My question involves criminal law for the state of: WV This is a serious question, so I would appreciate none of the normal sarcasm that some here decide is necessary and feel the need to force upon others looking for advice.
I am guilty of a crime, I admitted to the victim verbally that I am guilty. The deputy working the case called me to see if I could talk. I didn't say much but I agreed to meet with him a week from today at the station to discuss the details. He said there was no warrant yet, and that if I came in and talked, he would let me leave. He did say there might be charges later, but he would let me leave if I came in and talked. I may have already made a mistake because I told him where I pawned the stuff last year, only because I assumed he already knew, since pawn shops have to keep those records. After I told him, it appeared he did not know, which would have meant maybe they didn't find the records. Hindsight is 20/20.
I know the cops can lie to get a suspect to admit stuff and I know that is there job. I do not have a lawyer and cannot afford one, so basically I will be going at this on my own until the time when I am arrested and the court decides to give me a PD. I won't be able to afford bail, so I will be in jail and go through the motions to speak with someone with a legal background.
My question is, I have always heard never speak to the police ever, without an attorney, EVER. I feel that if I am guilty, it is going to end the same no matter what, with me in jail, eventually pleading guilty for a lighter sentence, if possible, and perhaps it will look more favorable if I am cooperative. I guess I am just wondering what I should do. Speak with him next week and spill my guts, or say I want a lawyer.
Sorry for rambling, but just wanting some advice.

