Oh ok, thanks. Another thing, I have absolutely no money because I don't have a job yet, but I may be able to borrow a few hundred from a family member. Should I put this money towards the civil demand from the store and pay that immediately or should I wait and put it towards court fines? Also, does hiring a lawyer help my chances of not having this on my record or getting into a diversion program? I've read that if you plead no contest or something along those lines you may not actually be charged with anything and it won't go on your record.. but you will have to do community service, pay fines, have probation. Does this sound accurate?

