ScaredAndSorry
Junior Member
What is the name of your state? Virginia
i was caught shoplifting at Target and am not a minor. the total cost for the items stolen was $45. im aware that this is not a felony. this is my first offense and i have no criminal record prior to this.
i dont have the sufficent funds to hire a lawyer but i have received a free consultation with one who advised that i take advantage of a PD if i qualify for one.
im really unsure about how the arrainment procedure works. the summons issued to me by the officer who detained me had already placed a court date, which will be in july, but my arrrainment is next friday.
i know that the charges being put against me will be stated at the arrainment as well as the possible sentence. ive heard some people say that the judge will ask whether i plead guilty, not guilty or nolo. and some people say that the judge will not ask for my plead until the first actual court date.
im confused. please help me.
also, does the fact that this is my first offense and i have no prior record make a difference in my sentencing? what are the possible outcomes?
i was caught shoplifting at Target and am not a minor. the total cost for the items stolen was $45. im aware that this is not a felony. this is my first offense and i have no criminal record prior to this.
i dont have the sufficent funds to hire a lawyer but i have received a free consultation with one who advised that i take advantage of a PD if i qualify for one.
im really unsure about how the arrainment procedure works. the summons issued to me by the officer who detained me had already placed a court date, which will be in july, but my arrrainment is next friday.
i know that the charges being put against me will be stated at the arrainment as well as the possible sentence. ive heard some people say that the judge will ask whether i plead guilty, not guilty or nolo. and some people say that the judge will not ask for my plead until the first actual court date.
im confused. please help me.
also, does the fact that this is my first offense and i have no prior record make a difference in my sentencing? what are the possible outcomes?