My question involves criminal law for the state of: California
I need help because I'm very scared after reading other people's thread on this site.
My situation: I'm 23 and stupidly decided to steal a $9.99 measuring tape at Kmart (Riverside,ca). This is my first time doing it. I was caught and gave my information. The manager said that they will send a civil demand for the crime and I'm ban.
If I pay the fine will they take me to court? I don't have money and no job, so how do I obtain a lawyer if I do go to court? PLZ help.
Sorry when I mean court, I want to know if they will take me to court to charge me for the crime?

