Just thought I'd give everyone an update on this seeing how it's been a long while.
It panned out exactly as I would have assumed it to have, had I not been such a defeatist/pessimist and paranoiac.
What it boiled down to was that their case had no water. If I had had the money or the time to risk the consequences should my defensive trial turn for the worst, I would have fought it full bore and had the charges dismissed, possibly filing a countersuit for wrongful arrest and defamation of character. But alas, I'm of humble means and simple fiduciary stock.
It resulted in a conditional adjournment in contemplation of dismissal, meaning if I stay out of trouble for 6 months-1 year the charges will be dropped. Whether this means they are stricken from my record and I am found innocent, I've not a clue as my lawyer doesn't return my calls or answer my admittedly long-winded questions when he does. I do know however that as a result of this and until the adjournment (1 year) I am unable to work in my current field (healthcare) which means I'm left to find less desirable work at half the pay I'd normally receive. Looks like I'll be heading back to college.
Thanks for the support, folks. You're all such wonderful people.
Thou