Hi All, I have a problem i really need advice in.Thanks in advance.
I was recently fired from my retail job for under-ringing purchases.
Store's AP brought me in to room and showed me evidence they had on me(transactions, time and amount). They told me that they already know i did it, they just want to know why who those people were that i under-rang and why i did it. I told them the truth. I pleaded with them. I signed a restitution note, promising to pay them back in the amount of over $600.
Police was called and an officer came, took my info down and gave me a citation for a court date with charges of misdemeanor embezzlement.Then told me that i could leave and remember to show up on my court date.
10 days after that, i paid up entire amount of the restitution agreement. I think that since i have done something wrong, if i make an effort to pay up the amount i owe them, maybe the judge will look at that and give me a chance in life?
I sincerely learned my lesson and i believe that i have to pay for it.
My question is, i had a clean criminal record before this incident. What will happen to me?Will the judge give me a chance and not convict me? I am not looking to get out of this. I understand i have done wrong but im wishing that my life will not be ruined and im scared that i will not be able to ever find a decent job, because of what i have done..
I am still young and i am sorry for this senseless mistake i made. I am actively looking for employment as i need money for school tuition. I am so scared of my future. I was in college,working towards going to law school but now that this has happen, my dreams are dashed. I am so, so scared.
Question is, if a potential employer is looking to hire me and does a background check on me, will this show?I am terribly afraid. I am at a loss and i cant afford a lawyer. I have not told my parents either as i do not want to disapoint them. Please, someone help me pls.
Please Advise, Thank You.

