I read this in someone's recent post:
So I hired a lawyer on my own, I told him I wanted to join the "First Offenders Program" he asked me if Ive recieved a civil demand or paid it yet. I havent so I said no, he told me not to pay it because I dont own any property and they cant take anything away from me.***NOTE: He also mentioned that he could lessen the amount of community service I'd have to do if I've already paid the civil demand admitting guilt and remorsh.***
my question is this...do you just NOT pay the civil demand? What if it due before you go to court? Does paying thedemand admit to guilt...is this person right in saying that since you don't own any of the stolen property, you do not owe the store the dollar amount posted on their civil demand? It also says on the paper that they can sue you if you don't pay it. Help!!! I am confused!

