Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

HELP ASAP!!!! penal code,section 490.5(b)&(c

I am 16 years old and I was involved in an incident at Forever 21 recently for shop lifting. I gave them my information when I was caught and returned the merchandise. I have just received a third notice for charges being brought against me if I do not pay the fine of $775.00 in full or in three payments within ten days or I will be taken to court. What should I do?


Asked on 3/23/09, 5:35 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: HELP ASAP!!!! penal code,section 490.5(b)&(c

Pay them, and don't ever again steal anything.

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Answered on 3/23/09, 5:38 pm
Jacek W. Lentz Law Offices of Jacek W. Lentz

Re: HELP ASAP!!!! penal code,section 490.5(b)&(c

I would do everything possible to come up with the money to pay and would pray they do not file any charges.

Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

310.273.1361

www.lentzlawfirm.com

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Answered on 3/23/09, 6:02 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: HELP ASAP!!!! penal code,section 490.5(b)&(c

Hire an attorney to help you, as the store may prosecute criminal charges no matter what you do, and no matter what they say now. IF they actually said that in writing, you may have some leverage over them, since it is extortion to demand money in exchange for not filing criminal charges. Feel free to contact me for the help you'll need.

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Answered on 3/23/09, 6:18 pm


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