ok.. well 4 years ago, I shoplift at Old navy and got caught. ON that day I just turn 18 too. Well On that day, the guy that caught me stealing had ask me to give him any identification card that i had with me. So what i had with me is my 2 years old school ID. I'm not sure if he notice the year on that ID and what he put down but he didn't press charge me going to jail. A cop came in to take me in to get my photo taken and fingerprint only. Then 4 weeks later, a letter was sent to me and I had to go in for an orientation about shoplifting.. so that was pretty much about it. I was glad that I didn't get charge or had to stay in the juvinile hall . that will be so embrassing. So I was wondering if you turn to age 18 will the put you in jail or what. Then it will probably depend on that person who caught you how he wanted to press charge you right? Will it shows on your credit report because I check mine and there's nothing on my background? Please respond...thanks.
2007-03-26 12:55:09 · 4 answers · asked by shooting_star 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
WHAT is your REASON for stealing? Are you a part of an ARMY or soemthing? What is your target?
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2007-03-26 13:04:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Most stores automatically press charges, unless someone got generous and put it under the Juvenile Law. I was 15, when I was arrested. Be thankful it's cool for you. See, That was in 1956, this is 2007, and I still cant vote !! Good Luck !
2007-03-26 20:17:08 · answer #2 · answered by fuzzypetshop 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It likely won't show up on your credit report unless you are arrested, taken to court, and served a judgment that you refuse to pay.
You can go to jail, depending on the severity of the crime. If the judge charges you bail, and you can't raise it, then yes, you'll go to jail.
Ignore the curiosity. You've been given a fresh new start. Watch re-runs of NYPD and vow to be the 'good guy'.
2007-03-26 20:08:53 · answer #3 · answered by Venita Peyton 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on store policy, and whether the DA pursues the charges. Even if they both press charges, they both go after you, a firest time offense is usually not jail time. Cmmunity service, restitution and probation is more likely.
2007-03-26 20:04:45 · answer #4 · answered by Catspaw 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋