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help4me
I worked at a retail store for over a month, but had previously worked at another chain for two years. I was caught shoplifting a ring ( it was under $8). I did cut the tag off and disgard it but had no intention of ever taking it,You cant prove your intent your actions suggest theft! I just wanted to wear it around the store. LP approached me and after talking he ended up notifying the police.Depending on your states laws you may not have committed a theft. Some states require you to leave store with unpaid for merchandise for there to be a theft check your local laws I was dismissed from the job and was issued a tresspassing warning for the mall it was in for a year.Both legal and normal I really dont understand what is going to happen.Yuo will go to court and face misdemeanor charges if store decideds to prosecute which it appears it is The officer said that he would turn it over to the prosecuters office and they would notify me.There is a chance DA will not pursue charges because of dollar value I didnt get arrested but then he mentioned something about possibly being arrested later?Yes He said there were several options of punishment. I want to know what they are and what will happen for each?Find a criminal defense Attorney and ask. The LP guy who I know said that usually these things are easy. I am 19 and am living on my own. How will I pay for all these things if something happens? Thats your problem This is my first offense and I am really worried. Will I have to go to court? Pay a fine?If charges are filed yes you will go to court if found guilty yes you will pay fines. And will I be arrested and have to post bail,Not likely most likely will be cite and release if so how much? I am really confused any help would be great! I live in Florida!