Q: I'm being charged with 2nd degree retail fraud and can't afford an attorney. Im trying.
No prior charges whatsoever. I cooperated with police. Im looking into a diversion program but my research so far is limited. What can I do to help my case and what are my chances of jail time?
A: You will likely be appointed an attorney if you haven't already. Retail Fraud - 2nd degree alleges that you stole more than $200 worth of stuff. If by "cooperated" you mean a confession, your best bet is to continue cooperating through your attorney to negotiate a plea deal that could involve no jail if that is your main concern. If you confessed, and there's proof, you're probably going to need to accept a plea.
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