What is the name of your state? CA, California
Hello,
I was caught by Costco security for stealing a $35 item. I was taken back to the office and they called the police. He put me in handcuffs and took me back to his car, but I was not booked; the police officer gave me a ticket with 488 P.C. -- Petty Theft and with Misdemeanor circled. I'm a 20 year old male.
I'm a first time offender with a clean record. I'm really freaking out -- should I consult a lawyer? How do I get this off my record? Is there any way to mark it down to an infraction or get it erased? The police officer said that I need to go to the court on 3/2/2006 and they will decide whether or not I go to jail. I'm a university student and I can't afford a criminal record or jail time.
What should I do? What are the possible outcomes for this crime?
Thank you.
Hello,
I was caught by Costco security for stealing a $35 item. I was taken back to the office and they called the police. He put me in handcuffs and took me back to his car, but I was not booked; the police officer gave me a ticket with 488 P.C. -- Petty Theft and with Misdemeanor circled. I'm a 20 year old male.
I'm a first time offender with a clean record. I'm really freaking out -- should I consult a lawyer? How do I get this off my record? Is there any way to mark it down to an infraction or get it erased? The police officer said that I need to go to the court on 3/2/2006 and they will decide whether or not I go to jail. I'm a university student and I can't afford a criminal record or jail time.
What should I do? What are the possible outcomes for this crime?
Thank you.
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