Legal Question in Criminal Law in Michigan

Retail Fraud in MI

I am a 19 year old male college student that just got caught stealing a $30 video game from a Super Kmart. I realize this was a mistake, and I cooperated with the LP fully. The police came and wrote me ticket, as opposed to taking me to jail. M appearance is scheduled at the 28th District Court on May 19th. I know for a fact that my family does not have the money to pay for an attorney, and neither do I. My questions are:

Regardless of their ability to prove the case, what should I plead?

I understand that the maximum sentence is 93 days and fines, but what is the maximum in fines and court costs that I am likely to pay?

Is there any other advice you can give me about a general plan of action?

I appreciate any and all advice.


Asked on 5/09/09, 5:13 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jack Jaffe Legal Center of Jack L. Jaffe

Re: Retail Fraud in MI

Ask the court for a court appointed lawyer to assist you.

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Answered on 5/10/09, 11:17 pm

Re: Retail Fraud in MI

Your general plan of action is to find a way to find an attorney in much the same way that you'd find the way to hire a surgeon if you needed surgery. Criminal court is not a good place for beginners.

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www.AggressiveCriminalDefense.com

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Answered on 5/09/09, 7:56 pm


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