Mistake post please delete.
Mistake post please delete.
We don't recommend lawyers - that is up to your friend to research.
Retainer fees for Criminal Defense Lawyers vary by lawyer, area, experience, etc. Mine cost $1500. I paid by credit card (yes, they want it upfront).
He got me through court in just a couple of hours, and a lesser charge of Disorderly Person.
Add to that - he will have a Civil Demand fee coming from the store, expect a minimum of $250 (pay it ASAP). And court fines/costs.
SWIM's history of depression and low self esteem mean nothing. The lawyers and judges have heard it all before. And besides, depression/low self esteem is NO excuse for shoplifting.
PS: Did he not notice that Best Buy has a guy right there at the door with atleast 5 monitors? Or the security cameras all over the place? I've worked there, even manned the front monitors - believe me, Best Buy means business when it comes to catching thieves, this is the worst store to even think of stealing from.