Legal Question in Criminal Law in Iowa

Theft 5th degree-

I live in Iowa and I was charged with shoplifting ($5.45) of food items from a grocery store. This is my first offense and I have no criminal background. My court date is set within the next month. I haven't seeked legal advise, and I'm wondering if it's worth my time. I'm afraid that the judge will not be in my favor if I lawyer everything up. I know what I did was unlawful, but I don't want this simple misdemeanor to ruin the rest of the my life and career. Is there even a chance to have deferred judgement for my situtation so I can show the judge that I'm am a good person through community service, probation, and fines. I believe my future plans and career goals are going to completely change if I am marked with a record for the rest of my life.


Asked on 3/31/11, 2:01 pm

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Robert Luedeman solo practitioner

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Answered on 4/05/11, 5:32 pm


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