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Janice · 02-23-2011, 03:34 PM

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Lindsay Lohan Declines Plea Deal; Judge Warns 'This Case Involves Jail Time'

Lindsay Lohan put off her problems for another couple of weeks on Wednesday and declined to take a plea deal that Judge Keith L. Schwartz promised would include jail time, setting up another hearing on March 10 that will again address charges she stole a necklace and violated probation.

"I don't care that you're Lindsay Lohan vs. Jane Doe. It doesn't affect me," Judge Schwartz said in the Los Angeles courtroom with Lohan, wearing white pants and a low-cut shirt, looking on. "This case does involve jail time. Period. If you plead in front of me, you are going to jail."

But Lohan and her attorney, Shawn Chapman Holley, opted to push the case to another hearing set for March 10 rather than take a deal yet. The judge said that the next time she faces him she'll need to decide whether to settle or not.

He said he wasn't holding his breath for a quick resolution, though.

"I get the impression you are not going to accept the DA's offer," Judge Schwartz said. "That's the feeling I got. If you settle this case, you will be treated exactly the same as anyone else."
Prosecutor Danette Meyers reportedly presented Lohan's legal team with a plea bargain that included significant jail time for her probation violation. The deal also reportedly offers three years felony probation for the grand theft charge.

As he did during the last hearing, Judge Schwartz took a few minutes to publicly scold the actress and offer his advice for what Lohan should do. He suggested that she have additional psychological screenings and therapy. He also said she needs a 12-step sponsor that is not a member of her family.

"You need a good sponsor who will assist you to help you stay away from substance abuse issues, alcohol issues," he said.

► WATCH VIDEO: Footage From Inside Court, Via RadarOnline.com

The star's mother and father were in court to offer their support. A RadarOnline reporter spotted Lohan giving her father, Michael, a kiss goodbye. After the hearing, Michael Lohan addressed the media in a long and scathing exchange with reporters. He accused the jewelry store of tricking Lohan into taking the necklace in order to promote the store. He alleged that when they felt they had not received enough promotion, they sought police action.

He also signaled out his ex-wife, Dina, as not doing enough to help create a positive environment for Lindsay's recovery.

The next hearing has been set for March 10 at 8:30 AM.

If she does not plead guilty or no contest to the felony charge at that time, the case would then transfer to Judge Stephanie Sautner of the Airport Courthouse, who would be tasked with holding the preliminary hearing in the grand theft case as well as consider the star's probation violation.

Lohan was officially charged during a hearing on Feb. 9. After pleading not guilty, Judge Schwartz lanced into the actress for not taking the charges seriously. "If you violate the law again, I will remand you with no bail," he told her. "Things will be different."

If this goes to trial and she is convicted, Lohan could be sent to a California state prison with a maximum sentence of three years behind bars.

The actress, who remains on probation in a 2007 drunken driving case, is accused of taking a necklace from Kamofie & Co. of Venice Beach, Calif., on Jan. 22, roughly three weeks after the actress was released from three months of court-ordered rehab at the Betty Ford Center.

A police report was filed the day of the incident, and authorities reportedly waited until she was photographed wearing the necklace until deciding to pursue charges. A friend of the actress turned the necklace in to the Pacific Division of the LAPD on Feb. 2.

Lohan's lawyer, Holley, has denied the charges, and the actress apparently claimed that the necklace was loaned to her -- and that, unbeknownst to LiLo, her stylist simply forgot to return it in time. The star's dad, Michael Lohan, told PopEater at the time that the entire incident was as a "ridiculous" misunderstanding.

Meanwhile, rumors of Lohan's recent late-night partying probably haven't helped her case, and the actress took to Twitter to try to clear her name.

According to PEOPLE, Lohan was spotted leaving Hollywood's Roosevelt Hotel last week with Samantha Ronson.

"I was just at roosevelt to meet Samantha and say happy birthday to a friend," Lohan tweeted. "i take my sobriety seriously. please dont believe this accusations. i know the rules and i wouldnt risk probation."

On Saturday night she was out late again, catching a show by Ferras at Hollywood's Hotel Cafe.

"Went to see my friend @ohferras perform and was talking to a future costar -- just to be bombarded by paparazzi," she wrote. "So much for being normal -- im now winded and headed home."

catlover79 · 02-24-2011, 02:45 AM

I'll believe it when/if it actually happens!

HuntingtonM15 · 02-24-2011, 02:51 AM

I believe she'll get jail time, but I don't believe she will have to serve much of the sentence.

catlover79 · 02-24-2011, 02:56 AM

Let me guess - she'll only serve 25 minutes? Maybe they'll actually put their foot down and make it 45.

Marvo301 · 02-24-2011, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

Let me guess - she'll only serve 25 minutes? Maybe they'll actually put their foot down and make it 45.

Lindsay has already used her get out of jail free card! This time she's going away for a lot longer. I think she'll be in for months not minutes.

catlover79 · 02-24-2011, 03:12 AM

Only time will tell!!

MickeyMac · 02-24-2011, 12:35 PM

Another example of how we need real justice in America. This gives the impression that if you are a celebrity, you can get away with anything. Had this been one of us, we would be serving time.

She probaby will only end up serving a day or so, but a good jail term in a cell with hardend criminals would do Lindsay Lohan a world of good. She would definelty get her act together after that.

Fleet · 02-24-2011, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

Let me guess - she'll only serve 25 minutes? Maybe they'll actually put their foot down and make it 45.

That would be "cruel and unusual punishment."

Dork · 02-24-2011, 09:17 PM

Lindsay is a mess!

Retro4Life · 02-24-2011, 11:03 PM

She had a horrible upbringing and is now paying the price for both that and being way too famous, way too young. I hope something gets her on the right track and soon, or the consequences could be tragic.

catlover79 · 02-25-2011, 03:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Fleet

That would be "cruel and unusual punishment."

Yup!!!!

GoldenGirlsFan92 · 02-27-2011, 01:28 AM

It's about time she did!

Tubehead · 02-28-2011, 11:28 PM

why is she steeling stuff? don't she have lots of money.

waichingliu81 · 02-28-2011, 11:40 PM

at her age, i just don't understand why gets herself into trouble all the time?

it's as if she enjoys doing it for the press attention.

MikeLutton · 03-01-2011, 04:19 AM

i actually feel bad for her i really do

02-23-2011, 03:34 PM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Lindsay Lohan Facing Jail Time http://www.popeater.com/2011/02/23/lindsay-lohan-judge-will-offer-plea-jail/?icid=maing\|main5\|dl2\|sec1_lnk2\|45839 Lindsay Lohan Declines Plea Deal; Judge Warns 'This Case Involves Jail Time' Lindsay Lohan put off her problems for another couple of weeks on Wednesday and declined to take a plea deal that Judge Keith L. Schwartz promised would include jail time, setting up another hearing on March 10 that will again address charges she stole a necklace and violated probation. "I don't care that you're Lindsay Lohan vs. Jane Doe. It doesn't affect me," Judge Schwartz said in the Los Angeles courtroom with Lohan, wearing white pants and a low-cut shirt, looking on. "This case does involve jail time. Period. If you plead in front of me, you are going to jail." But Lohan and her attorney, Shawn Chapman Holley, opted to push the case to another hearing set for March 10 rather than take a deal yet. The judge said that the next time she faces him she'll need to decide whether to settle or not. He said he wasn't holding his breath for a quick resolution, though. "I get the impression you are not going to accept the DA's offer," Judge Schwartz said. "That's the feeling I got. If you settle this case, you will be treated exactly the same as anyone else." Prosecutor Danette Meyers reportedly presented Lohan's legal team with a plea bargain that included significant jail time for her probation violation. The deal also reportedly offers three years felony probation for the grand theft charge. As he did during the last hearing, Judge Schwartz took a few minutes to publicly scold the actress and offer his advice for what Lohan should do. He suggested that she have additional psychological screenings and therapy. He also said she needs a 12-step sponsor that is not a member of her family. "You need a good sponsor who will assist you to help you stay away from substance abuse issues, alcohol issues," he said. ► WATCH VIDEO: Footage From Inside Court, Via RadarOnline.com The star's mother and father were in court to offer their support. A RadarOnline reporter spotted Lohan giving her father, Michael, a kiss goodbye. After the hearing, Michael Lohan addressed the media in a long and scathing exchange with reporters. He accused the jewelry store of tricking Lohan into taking the necklace in order to promote the store. He alleged that when they felt they had not received enough promotion, they sought police action. He also signaled out his ex-wife, Dina, as not doing enough to help create a positive environment for Lindsay's recovery. The next hearing has been set for March 10 at 8:30 AM. If she does not plead guilty or no contest to the felony charge at that time, the case would then transfer to Judge Stephanie Sautner of the Airport Courthouse, who would be tasked with holding the preliminary hearing in the grand theft case as well as consider the star's probation violation. Lohan was officially charged during a hearing on Feb. 9. After pleading not guilty, Judge Schwartz lanced into the actress for not taking the charges seriously. "If you violate the law again, I will remand you with no bail," he told her. "Things will be different." If this goes to trial and she is convicted, Lohan could be sent to a California state prison with a maximum sentence of three years behind bars. The actress, who remains on probation in a 2007 drunken driving case, is accused of taking a necklace from Kamofie & Co. of Venice Beach, Calif., on Jan. 22, roughly three weeks after the actress was released from three months of court-ordered rehab at the Betty Ford Center. A police report was filed the day of the incident, and authorities reportedly waited until she was photographed wearing the necklace until deciding to pursue charges. A friend of the actress turned the necklace in to the Pacific Division of the LAPD on Feb. 2. Lohan's lawyer, Holley, has denied the charges, and the actress apparently claimed that the necklace was loaned to her -- and that, unbeknownst to LiLo, her stylist simply forgot to return it in time. The star's dad, Michael Lohan, told PopEater at the time that the entire incident was as a "ridiculous" misunderstanding. Meanwhile, rumors of Lohan's recent late-night partying probably haven't helped her case, and the actress took to Twitter to try to clear her name. According to PEOPLE, Lohan was spotted leaving Hollywood's Roosevelt Hotel last week with Samantha Ronson. "I was just at roosevelt to meet Samantha and say happy birthday to a friend," Lohan tweeted. "i take my sobriety seriously. please dont believe this accusations. i know the rules and i wouldnt risk probation." On Saturday night she was out late again, catching a show by Ferras at Hollywood's Hotel Cafe. "Went to see my friend @ohferras perform and was talking to a future costar -- just to be bombarded by paparazzi," she wrote. "So much for being normal -- im now winded and headed home."

02-24-2011, 02:45 AM	#2
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02-24-2011, 11:03 PM	#10
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02-27-2011, 01:28 AM	#12
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03-01-2011, 04:19 AM	#15
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02-24-2011, 02:51 AM	#3
HuntingtonM15 That Bothers Me Moderator Forum Star Join Date: Jun 20, 2003 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 11,060	I believe she'll get jail time, but I don't believe she will have to serve much of the sentence.

02-24-2011, 02:56 AM	#4
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Let me guess - she'll only serve 25 minutes? Maybe they'll actually put their foot down and make it 45.

02-24-2011, 03:12 AM	#6
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Only time will tell!!

02-24-2011, 12:35 PM	#7
MickeyMac Member Forum Star Join Date: Jun 18, 2008 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 19,008	Another example of how we need real justice in America. This gives the impression that if you are a celebrity, you can get away with anything. Had this been one of us, we would be serving time. She probaby will only end up serving a day or so, but a good jail term in a cell with hardend criminals would do Lindsay Lohan a world of good. She would definelty get her act together after that.

02-24-2011, 09:17 PM	#9
Dork Member Forum Regular Join Date: Aug 30, 2010 Posts: 591	Lindsay is a mess!

02-28-2011, 11:28 PM	#13
Tubehead Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 12, 2007 Location: chattanooga.tn Posts: 5,139	why is she steeling stuff? don't she have lots of money.

02-28-2011, 11:40 PM	#14
waichingliu81 debbie allen Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 28, 2006 Location: london, england, UK Posts: 4,347	at her age, i just don't understand why gets herself into trouble all the time? it's as if she enjoys doing it for the press attention.