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    Default Retail Theft in Pennsylvania

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Pennsylvania

    So I have two retail theft charges pending in PA. One in Jan. and one in Aug. Both times it was merch less than $35. Since the first was still pending at the time of the second, the police officer said it's probably going to just be another summary offense for the second time. I have no other criminal history other than this. What can I expect for penalties?

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pa with Unique Circumstances

    how old are you?

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania with Unique Circumstances

    What's so unique about your circumstances? You're hardly the first person to be busted multiple times for thieving.

    Had you learned from your first incident, you might have been eligible for ARD, which would have kept the charge off your record. It's doubtful you can take that route now, as ARD requires that you not have ANY other offenses.

    At this point - juvenile or no - it's in your best interests to consult with a local attorney.

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania with Unique Circumstances

    I'm 18 now 17 at the time of both incidents. Please you can just answer the question without passing judgement

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania

    i was wondering if you were a child stealing to support a weed habit is why i asked.

    and was going to suggest taking care of that in the process as well
    it may work in your favor.

    but as far as the habitual stealing...
    you should plead not guilty and ask for a public defender and try to get the charges merged

    if that works then we can tell you more about the remaining charges.
    theres no point in speculating now until the dust settles and we see what you end up with

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania

    Please you can just answer the question without passing judgement
    What part of "It's doubtful ARD is available to you, you really need to speak with an attorney" was unclear to you?

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania

    She answered your question pretty straight forwardly and gave you useful advice. When you speak to a lawyer don't try to hide the 2nd charge it's better to tell him everything and see what he can do. Seventeen is most likely considered an adult but maybe sometimes of diversion is possible because of your age.

    Did they give you a statue number or anything for the 2nd charge,you should be able to see if the 2nd charge was a summary offense or a misdemeanor? Even if some one answer seems judgmental if they offer you some legal advice that is helpful man then there are helping you out . The person answering/offering advice are doing if for free.

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania

    Be honest with your lawyer about BOTH charges. They can take your money, find out you lied, and drop you as a client without having to give you back your retainer.

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania

    I had court on Monday and it went very well. The court was running behind about 45 minutes and the judge seemed like he just wanted me in and out, he didn't ask many questions and was pretty nice. I just got a fine which the judge reduced for me to around $200, which I have to pay by two months. I feel extremely lucky I got off easy and i'm pretty sure that's the end of it. Even though I got off relatively unscathed, I still feel bad about doing it.

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    Default Re: Retail Theft in Pennsylvania

    Did you get a conviction?

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