How can I get a retail theft charge off my record?

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How can I get a retail theft charge off my record?

I went to court for a Class B Misdemeanor for Retail Theft and pled guilty and got a fine and 12 months court probation. I was told that this was good, however I think I made the mistake of pleading guilty. I wanted to have the charge off my record, like a plea in abeyance? Did I completely sabotage myself? I know nothing about court and charges and legal stuff, but is there anything I can do at this point to make sure the charge can be taken off my record after I pay the fine and do the probation?

Asked on June 15, 2012 under Criminal Law, Utah

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

If you plead guilty to the charge against you and did not receive "court probation" where after the time period of the probationary period the guilty plea that you made would be dismissed, you essentially are stuck with the criminal conviction that you plead guilty to.

I suggest that you consult with a criminal defense attorney in that from what you have written, it seems that if the guilty plea that you entered was not dismissed, you may not have received court probation.


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