Legal Question in Criminal Law in Iowa

What punishment is usually given for Simple Misdemeanor Theft first time shoplifting of $94.00 worth of merchandise from retail store.


Asked on 12/31/17, 3:57 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert Luedeman solo practitioner

Punishment for a simple misdemeanor is a fine of 65 to 625 dollars and/or 30 days in jail or less. If it is a first offense and your record is otherwise clean you may be eligible for a deferred judgment. You are entitled to a court appointed attorney and I would recommend that you obtain counsel to assist your transition through this process.

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Answered on 1/01/18, 9:27 am


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