Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

What will happen if I get arrested for shoplifting (worth around $100) and I'm still on court probation (I've finished my jail sentence of 60 days thru Electronic monitoring program). Is that a violation of my probation?


Asked on 1/04/11, 11:06 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Are you expecting to be arrested for shoplifting? Don't shoplift, because it would be a violation of your probation. The outcome would not be house arrest or electronic monitoring. If you were previously convicted of shoplifting, it'll be a felony this time, possibly including a state prison sentence.

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Answered on 1/09/11, 11:36 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Of course. Probation violation = return to jail on the original charge's sentencing. That is in addition to the new charges.

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Answered on 1/10/11, 1:02 pm


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