Q: My friend received a letter from District attorneys office for PC 484(A) from Frys. What are his options? He do
My fried. Was charged with a PC 484(A) in 2009. He wasnt charged until 2012. He did 10days work project. His record was expunged dec 2015.
He was at frys and forgot to pay for an item in his cart. The LP stopped him and stated " I had my eyes on you since you walked in the store" mind you he paid for the others items. LP took him to the back room filed a police report and sent him off. They told him he could never shop with them again.
He received a civil demand in the mail but he said an attorney told him not to pay it so he didn't. He got a letter in the mail 2 days ago from the districts attorney office stating that there is a warrant for his arrest and he has a bail of $2000. To come and make a court date.
Will he be charged if so wouldbit be a misdemeanor or a felony?
A: It is likely a misdemeanor. The civil demand--whether it is paid or not--will have zero effect on a criminal case thru the District Attorney's office. The case may be defendible, but you won't know until you consult with a knowledgeable, experienced criminal defense attorney. Contact a few in your area, and hire he one you like and trust.
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