Legal Question in Criminal Law in Michigan

I was arrested for 3rd degree retail fraud in april, 1st offense. Should I need a lawyer? And why would I need one?


Asked on 8/05/10, 9:19 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
William Morrison Action Defense Center

Well, you're not going to jail; so that just leaves you to consider if you care whether this crime is the beginning of a criminal record which may adversely affect any educational and employment opportunities in the future.

If you don't want a record, you may want an attorney and plead not guilty.

If you do want a record, plead guilty at your arraignment.

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Answered on 8/11/10, 7:46 am


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