<Snipped quote by Kimiyosis>
Due to the importance of Deep Ground in this society, "Ex-Hackers" aren't just given a slap on the wrist, even if you're a teen. It'll be the equivalent of forging official government records. A federal crime. Counter-Hackers are hired, and they're Moderators. But if you have already been caught for hacking you're treated as a criminal and, at best, are a consultant. You'd still be removed from the Deep Ground system and would be treated as a federal criminal even if you cooperate, simply with more liberties. If this is okay with you, we can work something out.
....can I choose the easier route of Counter-Hacker?