Should I pay my200$ civil demand?

I swiched some clothings prices (44$ to 22$)and I payed when I was coming out they caught me ,that lady told me I saw you were changing the prices,,,and then I accept it.I recieved $200 civil demand , police took me and with 400$ bond I came out.but in 2 weeks I have to go to court.unfortunately I can not afford to hire a lawyer. I want to know please how much a lawyer usually cherge for cases like mine???((estimate)) Do you think that the store will send the person who caught me to the court???????
Is that true by sending civil demand I will make myself guilty?????
should I pay it or not?
the last thing is I'm permanent resident, but I'm not citizen yet...please help me.

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Timothy J. Klisz Pro

Livonia Personal Injury Lawyer

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Answered January 06, 2013 19:32. The civil demand is completely different and does not affect the criminal case. On the other hand, improperly dealing with your criminal case could lead to automatic deportation. As a non citizen, you cannot be convicted or even plea under advisement to a crime of moral turpitude. I have handled dozens of these and can help you. Especially if its in Livonia, where I'm the VP of the Livonia bar association and know the court very well.

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Reese Serra

Southfield Lawsuit / Dispute Attorney

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Answered January 06, 2013 20:38. I agree with Tim and recommend him as counsel for you in this matter. Good luck!

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James M. Osak

Madison Heights Lawsuit / Dispute Attorney

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Answered January 07, 2013 12:18. Normally I recommend against paying these.
Use the $200 to pay a lawyer instead.
You have additional baggage to deal with
as a non-citizen. As previously mentioned
contact the attorney listed for advice.
Good luck!

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Should I pay my200$ civil demand?