My question involves criminal law for the state of: Michigan
My girlfriend and one of her friends were caught shoplifting today at a Wal Mart. She had items totaling $23 and her friend had $37 worth. Her friend is 17, and she was placed under arrest and given a court date. My girlfriend will be 17 in a few days, and she's worried about being charged as an adult for this, rather than as a minor. She was given a court date as well, but not placed under arrest. What will the charges be for her? I've read about cases where it was just the Civil Demand fine and probation, or possible a diversion program.
Also, how will the charges affect her record? She'll be applying to colleges in the fall, and I'd like to know how the outcome of this may affect her chances of getting in. She's a first time offender, not even a speeding ticket on her record. She's got good grades and is involved at school and in the community. It was a big lapse of judgement, but will the DA and judge take that into account?

