Client shoplifted from Publix in Clermont; already had a pending felony case for theft and drug possession at the time, to which attorney had gotten client probation. On this case State wanted $250 fine and 6 months probation and an anti-theft class; attorney recommended against this because doing county and felony probation is confusing, and case should be credit for time served. Client took advice and did a bench plea. Judge sentence to adjudication of guilt, credit for time served, and $111.63 restitution to be paid immediately. Effectively client avoided six months probation, $250 fine, a class, and probation costs and appointments. Good result.
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