Can I be sent to jail at an arraignment for a first time shop lifting charge?
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Can I be sent to jail at an arraignment for a first time shop lifting charge?
Less than $60.. Complete accident where items on the bottom of the cart were not scanned. My first offense outside of traffic violations. I am seeking public defender.
Asked on December 14, 2011 under Criminal Law, Utah
Answers:
David Lee / Law Offices of David Lee
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Shoplifting or "Retail Theft" is considered a Class A misdemeanor, which means it is punishable by up to one year in jail with fines and cost of $2500.00 or both. You cannot be sentenced by a Judge unless you have pled guilty or are found guilty after a trial. If a Public Defender is appointed to you, he/she should be able to advise you on how best to proceed in your case.
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