Typically for first time shoplifting/retail fraud offenders, the court will allow you to participate in either a pre-trial diversion program or delayed sentence. With these options, you will be able to have the criminal charges dismissed and not appear on your criminal record once you successfully comply with all court ordered conditions. I would advise you to consult with a criminal defense attorney to help you successfully resolve this matter because you can not afford to have a "fraud" based criminal conviction on your record.