Legal Question in Criminal Law in Iowa
My 18 yr old daughter received a citation for shoplifting. She is to appear in court in a few weeks. She was not arrested and only received a citation to appear in court. the amount of items that she attempted to steal was under $200. Does she need to have an attorney present in court? Could please explain what I can expect to happen in the court proceeding? This is a first offense.
1 Answer from Attorneys
The maximum sentence for a simple misdemeanor is 30 days in jail, a fine of $625 and a minimum fine of $65. She could also be given probation and ordered to pay restitution. Whether she needs an attorney is entirely her right and its her decision. An attorney could help work out a better resolution than she might otherwise get. If you are uncertain, I'm sure there's an attorney in your area that would be willing to do a free initial consultation to help you decide whether you need an attorney.
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