What should I do if I used somebody’s credit card for $350 and they have me on camera, plus the cashier took my ID, and now their is a warrant out for my arrest?
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What should I do if I used somebody’s credit card for $350 and they have me on camera, plus the cashier took my ID, and now their is a warrant out for my arrest?
I am very broke and found the credit card on the ground; I was desperate for money to survive and live.
Asked on June 27, 2015 under Criminal Law, Delaware
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
It is not a defense to a crime to say you were desparate or needed the money to survive--otherwise, almost every criminal other than white-collar criminals (and possibly even some of those) would escape criminal liability due to their circumstances. Ideally, speak with an attorney, who could help you arrange for a surrender to the authorities--generally, surrendering voluntarily will be better for you (among other things, it helps show contrition or remorse; avoids any other charges from later being added for resisting arrest or fleeing). If you can't afford an attorney, see if Legal Aid can help; if they can't they think strongly about calling the police, identifying yourself, and asking about the procedure for coming in voluntarily.
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