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Have You Been Arrested for Shoplifting? Do You Know The 6 Major Consequences? Get Help Now!!!

by | Apr 16, 2018 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

In Pennsylvania, if you are arrested or charged for shoplifting at places like the Exton Mall or King of Prussia Mall, you face serious penalties. You may be jailed and or may have to pay large fines. The following four acts may be considered shoplifting:

  1. Taking merchandise from a retail store without paying for the items;
  2. Altering, removing or changing price tags and labels on merchandise;
  3. Transferring merchandise into another container; and
  4. Tampering with security devices.

A store’s security guard or staff may detain you in a reasonable manner if they have probable cause to be believe that you shoplifted. They may also detain you for a reasonable time to identify you, to investigate whether you possess unpurchased merchandise, recover any such merchandise and to call the police.

There are serious penalties for shoplifting.  If you think a shoplifting charge is no big deal then think again!!!   Below is just a small list of what a shoplifting conviction can do to you in the future:

  1. A THEFT CONVICTION WILL REMAIN ON YOUR RECORD – Even a low-level retail theft summary offense will remain on your criminal record and is listed on public databases.
  2. EMPLOYMENT – A criminal record of shoplifting can prevent you from getting a job and you may need to disclose such convictions on employment applications.
  3. COLLEGE – A theft conviction can prevent you from being admitted into college or graduate degree programs.
  4. RENTING APARTMENTS – A theft conviction can prevent you from being considered to rent an apartment.
  5. PROFESSIONAL LICENSE – If you have a professional license or will be applying for a professional license, a theft conviction can affect your license status and prevent you from obtaining a license.
  6. DATING AND MARRIAGE – Being labeled a convicted thief in society is a turnoff and will impact your personal relationships forever. Many potential suitors discreetly check your criminal history online without you ever knowing.

If you or a family member has been arrested or facing criminal charges for shoplifting, contact the attorneys at Washington & Washington to schedule a free consultation to confidentially discuss your charges. Call and speak with an attorney 24 hours a day by dialing the toll free telephone number (800) 988-0158.