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    Default Juvenile Caught Stealing

    Hi. Recently I was arrested for stealing from wal mart. I was put in the back of a police car, taken to the police office, and had my prints and picture done. I was also given a court date in about 2 weeks. The total amount of property stolen was approximately 150 dollars. I returned the stolen items, and told that i would need to bring my parents to court because i am only 16. Therefore, im a youth offender and a first time offender. I am wondering what the chances are that I can keep this off my record so that it will not affect my chances of getting in to college when i apply in a few months. I am anticipating community service as i live in NY. I hope this will be the case. What do you guys think?

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    Default Re: Caught stealing

    Slim. Hire an Attorney and see if there are diversions programs and if you qualify

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    Default Re: Caught stealing

    I doubt that a juvenile record for shoplifting will affect your college enrollment. Juvenile courts tend to have a lot of flexibility in the dispositions they order, and your prior history of encounters with law enforcement (if any), school record, and future plans will likely be considered by the court in fashioning an appropriate penalty.

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