I am 21 and I made a stupid decision to shoplift at a department store. I'm currently banned from the store. They called the police. The police gave me a Summons document and said that I have to head to court in a couple of weeks. This is the first time I have ever gotten in trouble with the law. I don't know what to do when I head to court or what to do before then.
Should I plead guilty and take whatever charge the judge gives me? The store already has a video tape of me stealing so pleading not guilt isn't an option, is it? Or should I hire an attourney( lawyer) beforehand and go from there?
What will happen to me? I am applying to graduate school and I can't have it on permanent record or it will jeopordize my future. What will probably happen to me?
I hope you guys can help me out. I'd greatly appreciate it, thanks.
Should I plead guilty and take whatever charge the judge gives me? The store already has a video tape of me stealing so pleading not guilt isn't an option, is it? Or should I hire an attourney( lawyer) beforehand and go from there?
What will happen to me? I am applying to graduate school and I can't have it on permanent record or it will jeopordize my future. What will probably happen to me?
I hope you guys can help me out. I'd greatly appreciate it, thanks.
