What can I expect regarding a ashoplifting charege if I’ve never been in trouble before?
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What can I expect regarding a ashoplifting charege if I’ve never been in trouble before?
I stupidly stole a 29 item.
Asked on August 20, 2017 under Criminal Law, Alaska
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
Since you are a "first-time offender", you may be able to arrange for something known as "diversion". This is an alternative sentencing program in which you plead guilty to the charge, receive a special probation and upon its successful completion the charge will be withdrawn and the case dismissed. Your record should automatically be cleared.
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