Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

My 17 year old daughter was given a shoplifting citation. She is to appear in juvenile court next month. What should I expect? Also, I received a letter from a law firm asking for $200 should I pay this?


Asked on 12/10/09, 1:00 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Wright Law Offices of Michael Wright

You should expect that the court will inform your daughter of the charges against her. Depending on your county, the circumstances of the theft, and your daughter's criminal/juvenile history she may be offered some type of diversion program to keep this off of her record.

You should pay for services that you received.

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Answered on 12/18/09, 10:05 am


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