Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

shoplifting in florida

i just recently got caught shoplifting a

40.00 dollars dvd set and was given a

PTA. i want to know what the charges

would be for this. i am only 18 years

old and this is my first offense.


Asked on 11/05/08, 10:54 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Leland Garvin Garvin Law Firm

Re: shoplifting in florida

based on the facts that you have stated you will be charged with Petit Theft, a misdemeanor in Florida.

In terms of a sentence it would most likely be rather light. The bigger problem for you would be what this charge will do to your record.

If you were to hire an attorney they should be able to get you enrolled into the Misdemeanor Diversion Program which will result in having your charges dismissed.

If you would like to give me a call we can discuss this process further.

take care,

-Leland 954.524.2424

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Answered on 11/05/08, 11:26 am


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