I got caught for shoplifting before.I was told that I could'nt shop at the store anymore.I got caught shoplifting at another store which was the same store as the other store but in a different location.So they charged me with shoplifting and trespassing.I thought I was only not allowed to go to the one that I was caught at the first time.Tomorrow I go to court does anyone know what might happen.Do you think they will lock me up or fine me.Please dont be funny I learned my lesson and will never do this again?So give me your best answer.Or let me know if you know anyone who was in the same situation and what happened to them.
2006-11-19 08:12:24 · 11 answers · asked by decaturkings 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It depends on which state you are in... a quick search on the web showed in the state of New Jersey there's a minimum of 25 days community service and a maximum of 90 days in jail.
2006-11-19 08:22:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the time they will give you a fine to pay and you will not be allowed in that store. You will probably get put on probation for about 1-3 years. Then you can not get into trouble of any kind and you might have to do some community service. And depending on your age you may not be able to into the store until you are 18 years old. And they will have warned all the other stores about you. So just stay out of those stores. Good Luck
2006-11-19 16:21:34 · answer #2 · answered by Andie F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your age, # of offenses, and if you have an attorney or not. Also depends on your state, the particular ADA (assistant district attorney), the Store representative or lawyer, the Judge and other factors. If you did it, simply plead guilty, explain why and take responsibility for your actions. Of course, you may wish to speak with your attorney before saying anything in open court. As you know, you shouldn't shoplift, cuz you could have avoided all this.
2006-11-19 16:22:38 · answer #3 · answered by Damien104 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A schoolmate, Kayla did this actually. She ended up having to go to a special shoplifting class to learn not to do it again. However just because you say you've 'learned your lesson' doesn't mean you actually have. And that's exactly what the judge might think considering you've done it twice to the same store even if it is in different locations.
2006-11-19 16:15:58 · answer #4 · answered by winds_of_justice 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell the truth, express that you are truly sorry for what you have done. You have learned your lesson and will NEVER do this again tell them that.
Court is scary and they make it that way to deter you from doing this again.
They will likely charge you with some kind of fine, and make you do some community service (like cleaning a rec center). Unless you were stealing something worth a lot of $$, like a computer or a car, you have a bout a 0% chance of going to jail.
2006-11-19 16:17:14 · answer #5 · answered by MikeC 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably diversion class, and/or fines. Don't worry about it too much. You will have this on your permanent criminal record and it can cause you to have a hard time finding a decent job.
Bad choice- BOTH times!!
2006-11-19 16:52:58 · answer #6 · answered by Starla_C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how old are you?? if it's the first time then
chances are that you will get a heavty fine and restitution with probation but if it's your 3rd or 4th time then you will probably go to jail for a while
2006-11-19 16:44:21 · answer #7 · answered by callie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this all depends on how old you are and any other items you have on your record. do you have an attorney? if not get one. and stop stealing.
2006-11-19 16:21:38 · answer #8 · answered by Teresa A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may have to do community service or spend 3 days in jail... please don't take anything that doesn't belong to you. that is not only selfish and rude but it is also a crime.
2006-11-19 16:16:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You want to keep from having these kind of problems? STOP BREAKING THE LAW!! dumbass
2006-11-19 16:15:50 · answer #10 · answered by jerofjungle 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋