I am sorry to the store and its staff.”

He paused, then added, “I have learned that asking for help is not the same as giving up.

I wish I’d learned it before I was one hundred and one.”

Judge Lawson asked whether he understood the consequences of another offense.

Clarence nodded.

The prosecutor described the restitution and the absence of any new incidents.

The defense attorney submitted the available information about Clarence’s age, health, and community ties.

The judge did not transform the hearing into a sermon.