Hi I was caught shoplifting at Von maur. I was told to sign a civil demand and a notice that I can't come back: the police took me to the st...

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Hi I was caught shoplifting at Von maur. I was told to sign a civil demand and a notice that I can't come back: the police took me to the station and since it was my first offense and a clean record I was issued a ticket. I think it is municipal but I'm not sure. What's the difference if it is or isn't? What will most likely come out of this? Do I pay the civil demand? Do I need an attorney? When I check my records online it says there is an open case but there are no details about the arrest why is this? Can someone help answer questions and offer any info that may help

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This is NOT a Workers' Compensation question. That is the area of law dealing with work injuries. This is a criminal law question. NEVER pay a civil demand. It is extortion. Save the money for a criminal defense attorney.