My question involves criminal law for the state of: Michigan
I was arrested for shoplifting at a department store in a mall. It's third degree, as it was under $20 and they have me on video.
I signed all of the papers agreeing that I understood what happened and why. My court date is next week.
I've been arrested before, and gone through a program. =/ Twice. Both times were under 15 years of age and aren't on my public record. I'm now 20. Stupid, I know. Don't judge me too harshly though.
What's going to happen to me? Specifically is jail time a very real possibility? As you know, it's impossible to get a job in MI; I just got a new one for the first time in a year, and my family really needs my income to pay bills. I honestly can't afford to lose my job and pay their fines, if they do send me to jail.
thank you for any input.

