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You were arrested for shoplifting a few years ago but never charged Is this considered a detainment?
MyNameIsCooter
In general, "detainment" isn't a legal issue. Generally, even being "arrested" isn't an issue. According to the prevalent legal definition, detainment means, under security control, under suspicion BUT w/o proof. Under arrest, generally means some means of proof. You can be detained, basically at the wishes of the security forces, which is legal, but the conditions are not as stringent as an arrest. Only applies to my knowledge of US law.
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If you were never arrested for shoplifting but paid a fine will that show on a police certificate?
If you were charged with and pled (or were found) guilty to shoplifting (thus paying the fine) it will appear on a criminal background record.
A Susan is caught shoplifting at a local supermarket the police are called and she is charged?
If she is charged by the police she will either be summarily arrested, or receive a citation to appear in court. The seriousness of the charge will depend upon the total value of the groceries she stole.
Do your rights have to be read for shoplifting?
Yes, your rights have to be read when you are arrested and accused of any crime. A lawyer should be contacted if your rights have been violated because you may not be charged with the crime.
Will your record get cleared when you turn 16 in the UK for shoplifting if you were charged when you were 14?
Yes, your record will be cleared when you turn 16 in the UK for shoplifting if you had been charged earlier when you were 14.
How can you keep your eye out when someone shoplifting?
If you are keeping an eye out while someone is shoplifting you will be charged as an accomplice to the crime. It's not worth it.
What is class of crime in resisting detainment in Texas?
You can be DETAINED, if an officer has reason to believe that a crime has been committed or will be committed, and that you have direct involvement in the crime or information about it.You have not yet been charged with any crime, which also gives the officer time to investigate the matter. This investigation can include, but is not limited to, asking you questions and patting you down to search for weapons if he believes any may be present on you (see: Terry v. Ohio). Even being pulled over is considered detainment because the police officer is investigating whether or not you have committed a traffic violation.There is no delineated amount of time that a detainment can last so it can vary from situation to situation. However, most of the time you will be held for less than an hour.Generally, detainment requires a lesser amount of proof than an arrest, and is also less severe.In either instance, if you resist being detained or arrested, then the officer has the right to use force to apprehend you. Furthermore, resisting detainment is an offense, and even absent other circumstances, you can be arrested on the basis of your resistance alone.
What is the different between arrest and detention?
Arrest is a formal process that requires the advisement of your rights. You are in the custody of the police when you are arrested. Detainment means they have stopped you to ask you some questions. You have the right to leave.
What happens to someone if they are with someone shoplifting?
It's called "Guilt by Association". You both get charged!
How is stevedore used in a sentence?
At the watch house, Frank Moule, stevedore, was charged with shoplifting.
Can a person be charged with shoplifting if they were on camera but left the store?
Yes if the film shows you committing the theft.
Why do stores check the receipt at the door?
So they can see if you were shoplifting. They also to check it to see if you were double charged.
What is considered a usable amount when arrested for possession of marijuana?
I'm pretty sure you don't need to have a usable amount to be charged with possession, any amount that is enough to test positively for Marijuana is enough to be charged for possession.
