QUESTION
Instead of probation, is there any chance I could get community service?
Asked on Apr 12th, 2013 on Criminal Law - North Carolina
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I am 18 years old and got arrested for petty theft. I took $35.00 of merchandise from a store. This is my first time stealing and my first on my record. I am still in school and moving in May.
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As the prosecutor if you can do diversion.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2013 at 12:40 AM
If you plead guilty to a petty theft you will get both probation and community service.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 8:54 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
You will be required to do community service AND will be on probation for one year.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 8:34 PM
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It is entirely up to the judge. One factor he/she will consider is whether or not you have any criminal history. If you do, for any like offenses, then highly unlikely.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 7:48 PM
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Tell the Judge and probation of your relocation plans and ask if they will work with you under the circumstances.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 3:04 AM
Michael J. Breczinski
If you have not plead guilty already then DON'T. Get a lawyer. They may be able to work out something where you end up with no criminal record. This is huge. Criminal records are FOREVER. What employer wants to hire a thief.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 2:36 AM
You really are confused. Probation is what comes after a conviction in court. Community sentence is a term of probation. Don't confuse apples with oranges. Now petty theft is a crime of moral turpitude, so if convicted you can kiss your school and career aspirations for life. Hire a lawyer before you end up working at Burger King the rest of your life.
Answered on Apr 12th, 2013 at 1:06 PM
Having to complete community service hours in Colorado is typically and term and condition of probation. If you are moving out of state, or going home for the summer arrangements may be made so that you can complete it or transfer probation entirely to another state. An attorney could assist you through this process.
Answered on Apr 12th, 2013 at 1:03 PM
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Ask for diversion
Answered on Apr 12th, 2013 at 1:03 PM
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Every case is different. You really should talk to a lawyer about your situation.
Answered on Apr 12th, 2013 at 1:02 PM
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Hire an attorney an see if there is any way to keep it off you permanent record. It's your future.
Answered on Apr 12th, 2013 at 9:27 AM
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Generally speaking, community service is part of probation. However, instead of doing active jail time, it may be possible to be placed on probation, do some community service and pay restitution (if any). Also, each district has their own policies regarding how cases are handled. It may be possible to earn a dismissal if you comply with certain requirements and you may be eligible for deferred prosecution. Consult with a local criminal law attorney who can provide you with all your options.
Answered on Apr 12th, 2013 at 9:25 AM