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Will I go to Jail? (CRIMINAL LAW & PROCEDURE)

Tue, 08 Feb 2000 17:59:00 GMT

okay I recently was arrested for shoplifting twice. i am 17. I havent been to either court date yet and I dont have a lawyer for either because i cant afford one. I know the first time i will not get jail time but is it pretty likely I'll get it the second time?
please help me.

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