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  1. #1
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    Default Misdemeanor Shoplifting

    im 21 years old and i was caught shoplifting a couple weeks ago, the police came and i got a ticket that says i committed a misdemeanor. the total was 54.00 dollars and i have to go to court in two months, this is the first time and i have a clean record, what should i expect at the court? should i hired a lawyer? will they send me to jail? HELP!!!

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    Default Re: Misdemeanor Shoplifting

    What state are you in?

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    Default Re: Misdemeanor Shoplifting

    The likely hood of jail is very silm the bigger issues is trying to avoid a criminal conviction or see if it be plead to something like disordely conduct which sound better then stealing. Hiring a lawyer would be a good idea,you be able to get a legal aide.

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