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    Jul 19, 2010, 11:05 AM
    Retail theft in pa
    I was recently arrested for retail theft of 30 dollars in Pennsylvania. I am 42 years old and was told there was a prior 20 years ago showing on my record. I don't remember ever getting convicted. How do you think this case will go.
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    Jul 19, 2010, 11:29 AM

    Ask to see the prior. If convicted likely a fine and probation depending on what that prior was. Ask if it was a prior conviction or just an arrest, if your were not convicted back then it should have no affect
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    Jul 19, 2010, 11:56 AM

    Hello b:

    It oughtn't effect you now even if you WERE convicted. Most states sentencing guidelines take into consideration what they call "ancient convictions". Yours is ancient.

    excon
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