I'm 17 about to be 18 in two days. I worked for Harley Davidson and stole a ring that cost $143.00 (stupid i know) I'm being charge with a class 1 misdemeanor now and for the state of Virginia (inwhich i live) states the penalty for that is up to 12 months in jail or a fine of $2,500 i have never gotten in trouble before...or my record is clean rather so do you think i'll be going to jail? also can they charge me as an adult being that my court date is Dec. 5th and i turn 18 Dec. 3rd even though i commited the crime as a minor? wouldn't my record be cleared when i turn 18? sorry so many questions just a little worried!
2006-11-30 05:23:29 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
to answer the question it's a crazy story..i was working at Harley a friend really wanted the ring she talked me into stealing it thinking i wouldn't get caught...we got into an arguement she turned the ring in said i did it and she had no part so now im screwed and she's walking away empty of any legal trouble yet she took part in it as well...such a stupid thing to do i know
2006-11-30 07:34:20 · update #1
The maximum fines are scary but people almost never get them unless they have an extensive criminal record.
Was the ring returned? If it was, expect probation and community service probably. If not you may have to repay the value of the ring and then get probation and community service. You will be tried as a youth. (They only try as adult for serious offences like murder). Here in Canada your record would be completely wiped out at 18 (sorry cant say for sure in USA).
The best thing to do is to talk to a lawyer (most courts have duty counsel there for free legal advice) and find out.
2006-11-30 05:34:20 · answer #1 · answered by joeanonymous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A misdemeanor is nothing to be so worried about.First offense you'll get probation.It doesn't matter if your a minor or adult this is a black mark on your record and will never go away.I know that you've heard of "He has a sheet as long as your arm" Well that means that every time you get arrested it goes on your record whether your convicted or not.
Use this as a learning exp. and try to keep youself out of the judicial system.Believe me when I say this once they get you they don't let go.How do I know,I made a mistake 20 years ago and have been on probation or parole ever since.
2006-11-30 05:35:44 · answer #2 · answered by Ricky Lee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buddy i am worried too! My boyfriend got a class A misdemeanor for tresspassing in the first degree and i dont know anyhting about that either! But if i find any info that might be helpful in any way ill send it youre way! GOOD LUCK!!!!
2006-11-30 05:27:06 · answer #3 · answered by Snap Skittles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋