How can I try and get out of a shoplifting charge so that it doesn’t appear on my personal record?
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How can I try and get out of a shoplifting charge so that it doesn’t appear on my personal record?
I was caught stealing a pair of jeans yesterday. The police officer called me because they caught me driving away in my vehicle. She explained the story in full detailand I pled guilty to the officer right away. She then asked for my information and informed me that I will be getting a letter within 2 weeks about my court date. I then contacted the store (the loss prevention lady)and pled right away with her and within 15 minutes I went back to the store and returned the jeans and signed papers. I am going to write an apology letter. How can I get out of it being put on my record?
Asked on October 18, 2011 under Criminal Law, North Dakota
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Given the circumstances that you are in, it is best that you immediately consult with a criminal defense attorney about the circumstances that you are writing about in that a conviction or a guilty plea by you for the shoplifting charge could very well have a negative impact upon your job career or desire to get into college in the future.
Potentially you could go on court probation for your offense and if successful with respect to the terms of probation, the offense could be stricken from your record. That is one option.
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