Shoplifting, Larceny, Robbery, Theft juvenile conference committee

[imsostupid]

i was caught shoplifting 3 months ago and i just got a letter saying that i would have to attend a juvenile conference committee and that if i dont then they will have the court handle my case. i was wondering what is this? is this court? and what do i have to do to prepare for this? o and this is in the state of NJ.

thank you very much

 

[thelawjournal]

It appears its a way to avoid court and possible criminal record. Where I cant say for sure it does sound like a positive for you to reduce the damages your bad choice has caused

 

[imsostupid]

oh okay. do you know how to prepare for one of these? like should i bring anything?

 

[imsostupid]

and also both me and my friend were 16 when we were caught shoplifting. but my friend recently turn 17 a month ago and i am turning 17 on november3. and the j.c.c. is on the 10th. i was wondering is 17 still a juvenile or an adult? because i read stories that say 17 is an adult.

thanks for all the help

 

[Guest]

Since you already have a date for JCC its not likely they will decide to charge you as adult now

 

[imsostupid]

oh alright. thanks for all the helpp