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The Most Common Theft Offense
Theft by Shoplifting is probably the most common theft offense. It
also has a more complicated sentencing scheme than other types of
theft.
Definition of Theft by Shoplifting
Theft by Shoplifting occurs when you take merchandise from a retail
establishment through various means. This means include concealment,
altering or swapping price tags, or transfer from one container to
another.
Misdemeanor Theft by Shoplifting
Shoplifting is a
misdemeanor when:
the value of the merchandise is $300.00 or less.
Felony Theft by Shoplifting
Shoplifting is a
felony when:
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the value of the merchandise exceeds $300.00;
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this is your fourth shoplifting offense even if the value of the
merchandise is $300.00 or less; or
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you
have taken property with a total value of $100.00 from 3 different
stores in the same county within 7 days.
Felony shoplifting is a 1-10 year offense. Note that if you are
convicted of a fourth shoplifting offense, that is also a felony for
which you must do at least one year in jail.
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