My question involves criminal law for the state of: California
Misdemeaner For Petty Theft
I got caught for shoplifting (484 P.C.) a mechandise in Anaheim, CA (Downtown Disney to be more specific). The item is valued at $275, but it was recovered. I am a 23 year old student, and this is my first time getting into trouble with the law. The officer wrote me up the ticket and let me know. I have a question I need help getting answered.
1) Does anyone know or is there anyway I could get into a Diversion program offered by the City Attorney of Anaheim? or just a diversion program at all? They had it all on camera. As i mentioned before, I am currently attending UCLA and work as a Spanish Instructor. I have a clean record and have never done anything like this. My lack of judgement in the matter and the stress ive been in hindered my thinking. I have not been able to sleep and hardly eat. I know what i did is wrong and it is my responsibilities. My friend said he would get me a lawyer, but I'm still waiting to hear back and I want to get the best answers. Any help would be appreciated.
I know these are alot of questions I am asking but this is my first time I got into any trouble like this and am scared of how my future is going to end up because of a stupid decision I made. Thanks for your time and any advice would be appreciated.

