Legal Question in Criminal Law in Missouri

misdemeanor stealing

I have no criminal history,no arrests etc. I went to court yesterday for misdemeanor stealing less than $500. The judge just asked me if I could afford an attorney and then gave me a sheet with a court date of July 7 for a notice of counsel hearing and a court date of July 29 for a court trial. Does this mean I have to get a lawyer and have to go to trial? Can I call the prosecutor and work a plea for a SIS? Should I definitely get a lawyer? thanks


Asked on 6/27/08, 8:01 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

Re: misdemeanor stealing

I would definitely advise you to hire an attorney. If you are in one of the counties I practice in I might be able to help you out for a very modest fee. Please feel free to give me a call.

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Answered on 6/27/08, 9:10 pm


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