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  1. #1
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    Unhappy Shoplifting Charges. I Need Advice

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Massachusetts

    I am 17 years old. I was recently apprehended for trying to shoplift a $3 item from a Spencers Gifts store. Stupid I know . The police were called and the store filled paperwork, the police told me I would recive court papers in the mail. I wasnt arrested or even cited, they left me to be taken home with my mom. This is my first offence, Ive never done anything like this before. What I want to know is what will happen to me next? Will this most likely go on my record? (Im still in the process of finding a part-time job) And I just want this to go away and I know I should'nt plead guilty, but my parents refuse to hire me a lawyer and I dont know if my savings will be enough to cover for a lawyer. Im scared and regret what I did , Please if you can help me.

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    Default Re: Shoplifting Charges. I Need Advice

    Plead not guilty maybe you can get a legal aid. They could dismiss the charge outright if your lucky b.c the amt is very small,most likely not. Ask about a diversion program,if you stay out of trouble for a certain amount of time,maybe take a shoplifting class,it would avoid a conviction and dismiss the case. Some lawyers offer a free consultation they could give you an idea of what might happen,you can go to court early to see some cases getting called,etc.

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