My question involves criminal law for the state of: VA
I got caught stealing from K mart, my first time and i wasnt thinking when i did it it just happened and the item was less than ten dollars. I signed te paper saying that if i pay the fine that they will not pursue. I am 17 and I really don't want it on my record. They said Palmer would send it to me in the mail i will pay it but how much should it be? and my parents dont know, i was released to my grandma. Im a good kid, and it was odd for me to do it and i won't ever again. i plan on joining the marines and i have a straight life, and i know i screwed up and im willing to take the punishment. But i dont want to be taken advantage of and i can't afford but so much at a time. I would greatly appreciate smart and reliable answers :/ thanks