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    Default What Do I Plead for First Offense Shoplifting

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: utah.
    I was arrested for shoplifting at the gap and charged with a class b misdemeanor. I was cooperative with police and admitted to stealing at another store in the area,they didn't charge me with anything but gave me a criminal trespass notice. I went into the store with the intention to steal and I told them that...it was obvious. The officer said because i was honest she wouldn't actually take me in so i was then released.
    I intend on asking for a public defense lawyer at my first court hearing in a week but I don't know whether to plead guilty, no contest, or not guilty. I don't understand the implications that come with pleading. I clearly admitted quilt when i was taken into custody but i want an a lawyers advice on what to do next and I cant afford one.

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    Default Re: What Do I Plead for First Offense Shoplifting

    Most Criminal Defense Attorney's offer free initial consultations.

    Plead "Not Guilty" or "I Stand Mute" and ask for a public defender. Pleading guilty locks the courts hands so they have to give you the max. With a public defender, you may be able to plea guilty to a lesser charge.

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    Default Re: What Do I Plead for First Offense Shoplifting

    Quote Quoting PandorasBox
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    Most Criminal Defense Attorney's offer free initial consultations.

    Plead "Not Guilty" or "I Stand Mute" and ask for a public defender. Pleading guilty locks the courts hands so they have to give you the max. With a public defender, you may be able to plea guilty to a lesser charge.
    Just because you plead guilty does not mean you will get max penalty

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