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    Default Shoplifting in Michigan

    My question involves criminal law for the state of Michigan: Shoplifting.
    I am 25. I have a visa student in US. I did a bad mistake at Meijer and i got caught. I am scared i never been in jail nor have problem with police. it was my first time i have food item about 50$. i could have cancer i told the police officer that.i spent my money on doctors.that's why i steal.
    what can i do to get out of my record. i might apply to immigration do they have access to that if i have only to go for diversion program?if i want also to renew my visa . Do embassy have access on that? please hlp me
    the police man told me this will be not in your record? is he telling me that to let me stop crying and not get scared.?

    i am soo scared and so ashamed of my self.

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    Default Re: Shoplifting in Michigan

    Were police called? If not...you are good at this point...but remember the store has one year to press charges.

    You will get a Civil Demand in the mail - pay it. If not paid, the store will likely press charges and also take you to court for the Civil Demand PLUS attorney fees.

    Quit stealing. If you are arrested - yes, it can affect your Visa. One of those questions on visa applications is about criminal history, and they do take those fingerprints and do background checks for a reason.

    As Meijer is a big chain....there is a good chance you will be entered into the National Retail Theft Database - and that can show up on background checks.

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