What is the name of your state? GA
Hello,
I was caught with merchandise on my person at Target. I was detained asked about what else I had taken. I was also shown a closed circuit camera image of me walking into the store two months prior to the detainment.
I was nervous, so I disclosed what I had taken and agreed to everything they accused me of taking. The total amount came to $218
I have two questions -
1. I received in the mail a statement requiring me to pay $603 to Target. Not sure why that would be, because even with the $150 added to it - it does not come to that number, and the statement includes a list of merchandize which totals to $223.62. I read somewhere that the store can charge you either the $150 or double the property which would be $670. Is there something wrong with this number?
2. I was taken into custody and processed at the Atlanta Jail. I was then released on a signature bond. But I have not heard back from them about a court date. They said if I do not hear back within three months I can ask for an expungement - is that a common occurance ? So far about 3 weeks have passed.
What is my best course of action? Should I call the court? Should I retain the services of a lawyer? If so, do I do that now, or when I have a court notice ?
This is my first time offense.. what actions can I take to convince the judge that it was a lapse in judgement and will not happen again ? (sorry that was 3 questions)
thanksWhat is the name of your state?
Hello,
I was caught with merchandise on my person at Target. I was detained asked about what else I had taken. I was also shown a closed circuit camera image of me walking into the store two months prior to the detainment.
I was nervous, so I disclosed what I had taken and agreed to everything they accused me of taking. The total amount came to $218
I have two questions -
1. I received in the mail a statement requiring me to pay $603 to Target. Not sure why that would be, because even with the $150 added to it - it does not come to that number, and the statement includes a list of merchandize which totals to $223.62. I read somewhere that the store can charge you either the $150 or double the property which would be $670. Is there something wrong with this number?
2. I was taken into custody and processed at the Atlanta Jail. I was then released on a signature bond. But I have not heard back from them about a court date. They said if I do not hear back within three months I can ask for an expungement - is that a common occurance ? So far about 3 weeks have passed.
What is my best course of action? Should I call the court? Should I retain the services of a lawyer? If so, do I do that now, or when I have a court notice ?
This is my first time offense.. what actions can I take to convince the judge that it was a lapse in judgement and will not happen again ? (sorry that was 3 questions)
thanksWhat is the name of your state?
You stole on more than one occasion! Have your Attorney check on Diversions program if you qualify you could keep a conviction off your record. The most common (dont quote me) for first time shoplift offense is again its not guranteed