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Question: I was arrested for shoplifting from a K-Mart and I was left with a ticket to show up in court well i guess thats what it is but im wondering what is it that i can get like time or punishment do i get for such a crime so what will happen because i've heard many stories but dont know what might happen to me please i would like to know that consequences well thank you bye.
Answer: There are many factors that determine what will happen and what type of punishment
you will receive after being convicted of shoplifting. These factors include
the value of the property shoplifted, the age of the person convicted (adult
or minor), the past criminal record of the person convicted, the decisions
of the prosecutor and court, etc. (ARS
13-1805).
For example, if the value of the property was worth more than
$2,000 then it is a class 5 felony (up to 1 1/2 yrs in prison); if the property
was worth $250-$2,000, then it is a class 6 felony (up to 1 yr in prison);
if the property was worth less than $250, then it is a class 1 misdemeanor
(up to 6 months in prison or $2,500 fine). (ARS
13-1805). But, other factors can change these punishments.
You should contact a lawyer to help you with your specific case, or ask the
court for an appointed attorney.
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