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Of course. Actually you are only "charged" for a crime and you are "sued" civilly. In your example, the retail theft is a crime and can be indicted, tried and punished. If restitution is not ordered in the criminal trial, the victii can sue civilly to recover.

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Yes, in Pennsylvania, it is possible to be charged both criminally and civilly for retail theft. Criminal charges are typically pursued by the state for breaking the law, while civil charges may come from the retailer seeking damages or compensation for the stolen goods. Both types of charges can be pursued simultaneously, each serving different purposes in the legal system.

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