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?

