Hey, Im getting better. Let me start off by saying that you are all very awesome people. I spoke with my lawyer today, sadly, the alternative measures act is only for young offenders, and I miss the boat by 3 months or so. So, the best I can hope for is (I don't remember the term) conditional dismissal or something, that being where you pay a fine, and or do community service, but after that’s all done, you don't get a record. Lawyer says we have a damn good chance at that, the worst case scenario is that I get fines and or community service but no negation of a record. (can't you nuke your record after 4 years or something?) Lawyer also told me I don't need to say anything, he'll handle the talking, unless the judge asks me if I have anything to say (I'm bloody sorry! lol) then that’s it. I was told to look sorry, younger than I am (innocent and ignorant) and hope for the best (think winning thoughts I guess) I even got a hair cut today and dress clothes, its nice to know I have a fighting chance. The law kind of bugs me here though, I was told that my sentence depends (basically) on how the judge is feeling that day, The law is supposed to be an absolute thing, but how can you let your mood determine someone's future? Too much power I'd say. I've also lost trust and respect for the police. They've never saved me once. I was crossing the street, and this ass clipped me in the ribs with his mirror as he was pulling out of a red light, and of course, there was a cop right there who didn't seem to care. They've stopped me for jogging several times "Where you running to?" is the ultimate question it seems. And as I already said, where were they when my brother got knifed (it wasn’t serious btw) It's enough to turn me into an anarcho punk (not likely) But hey, I'm ready to go there and kick some ass (metaphorically) thanks for the good input. In the future (and I urge those who haven't been caught for anything yet) get permission from the owner, do background on the building as well, I've heard that the only reason Im getting charged and not a hundred dollar fine is because the building is privately owned (not like the old hospital) By the way, my lawyer also said the cops don't have the right to stop my friend and I from talking, hehe AND, they didn't put theft on the papers we were given, so I guess it means NEITHER of us were charged with it. If that’s just a f@ck-up on the cops part, does it still hurt me? (I don't think it does, the lawyer didn't give me much except "I guess you weren't charged with it... hmm.."). My buddy said (if they still try to stick us with theft)"um they might try but our lawyers will kick them in the head" Also, he hasn't found a lawyer yet, but the search is coming to an end. The court date is coming up soon, so once again, thanks for your support!
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