Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Hampshire

Shoplifting First Offense

i am 20 years old..got caught shoplifting at wal-mart in new hampshire and the total was only 80 dollars..the police officer came (didn't arrest me) but gave me a summons for a court date..i have no criminal record or traffic tickets or anything...the walmart guy told me to plead guilty and i would just get a fine...is this true? what should i expect the judge to rule?


Asked on 12/31/08, 2:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Winters Cohen & Winters, PLLC

Re: Shoplifting First Offense

It's hard to predict what the judge will do - every judge, court, and prosecutor is different.

The best thing to do for now is not to speak with anyone about this charge, especially the police if they try to interview you. You should obtain a lawyer if you can afford it. If you can't afford a lawyer, and the charge against you is a class A misdemeanor or greater, the court will appoint a lawyer to represent when you appear at your arraignment (which is your first court date).

Good luck.

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Answered on 1/02/09, 9:44 am


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