Is the penalty the same for a minor charged with shoplifting in California?

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Wednesday, Jun 26, 2013

My 16 year old son was charged with shoplifting. He is to appear in juvenile court. Are the penalties for this the same as if he were in adult court?

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Jun 26, 2013
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In theory they are the same, but generally an understanding juvie judge will not make the outcome be wardship with penalties but instead some sort of non-penal outcome in exchange for a fine and community service.