Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia
Petit larceney
My son was charged with petit larceney for stealing a bag of cookies. He claims he was hungry. He is a college student and it happened in petersburg, va i don't have a lawyer and can't afford one. Any suggestions? Will this charge remain on his record.
Asked on 5/13/09, 12:38 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: Petit larceney
Yes, it very likely could remain on his record in the unhappy event that he's convicted of the crime. Your son should request that the court appoint a lawyer to represent him.
Answered on 5/13/09, 8:30 pm
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