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    Mar 2, 2008, 01:16 PM
    First time offence: Theft under $5000
    I am a 22 year old female living in Ontario, Canada. I was recently arrested at a local Canadian Tire for stealing two power tools. I never actually left the premises as I was stopped at the door. This is my first offence and I am very scared. I was trying to make money as I do happen to have a drug habit. Does anyone know what my possible punishment will be? Any advice or suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
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    Mar 2, 2008, 01:28 PM
    It doesn't matter if you had left the premise or not.
    Do you have any prior record?
    You may only have to take some classes and possibly pay a fine.
    You 'happen' to have a drug habit... have you considered doing whatever it takes to kick the habit rather than whatever it takes to get the drugs?
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    Mar 2, 2008, 04:05 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by firsttimeoffender22
    I am a 22 year old female living in Ontario, Canada. I was recently arrested at a local Canadian Tire for stealing two power tools. I never actually left the premises as I was stopped at the door. This is my first offence and I am very scared. I was trying to make money as I do happen to have a drug habit. Does anyone know what my possible punishment will be? Any advice or suggestions are welcome. Thanks.

    I'd voluntarily get myself into a rehab program as quickly as possible to prove that you are attempting to change your lifestyle. After that - there's no handbook on what Judges will do.

    (You don't have to leave the premises; all they need is clear intent in most cases.)
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