What are the punishments and fines a teenager could get for shoplifting?

If she does not go back to the store, she will probably not have any problems.

Appearance ticket for petit larceny: do I speak with the Public Defender or the D.A.'s office to negotiate a plea?

As said before, usually, outside NYC, the court will take your not guilty plea and then assign a defense counsel.

How does an arraignment work? Will I have an opportunity to discuss a plea, or do I have to ask for that?

Each court is different. You may be asked to plea before being assigned counsel, in which case you plead not guilty and request an attorney.

Can I find out who my public defender is before my arraignment?

Probably not, but you can call the court and find out for sure

Some free attorneys are excellent while others are not. If you get a free attorney who cares and knows what he is doing, the matter can be plead...

Dealing with DAT if u don't have proof that your insurance wasn't lapse they automatically find u guilty, correct.?

An attorney will be appointed for you if you do not have the ability to hire one.

What proof do I need ?

You say you do not know who, if anyone, stole your wallet, yet you want help to prove it. The police may assist, but its doubtful, since you have...

Rochester NY Parole

It will be up to your PO and the Department as to whether she seeks a violation.

Will I be convicted of a violation of probation because of an auo 3rd charge?

If you do not report it to your PO you may get violated. If you get convicted, you will be violated.

Missing 2 days of community service

Probably not, but your number do not add up. 7 does not equal 15.