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What can happen to a juvenile who breaks the law by shoplifting?
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∙ 15y ago
If it is the juveniles first criminal offense, you will likely have to go to juvenile court. That is if the place where you shoplifted from proceeds with the charges. From there the judge will look at your previous record.Depending on that, you may be placed on juvenile probation.Or if you have a more serious background the penalties will be more severe.Good luck to you.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 16y agoThere are a lot of factors to consider before giving a definite answer. it depends on what state, how many offenses, what was shoplifted, prior criminal record and background. USUALLY the teenager is released with a warning and a note to their file if the item is small enough to be directed to small claims court. The store may keep records and report them. The teenager might have to appear in a juvenile court before a judge for remanding as well.
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∙ 14y agoThey are treated as an adult. Depending on the value of the merchandise stolen, it could either be a felony or a misdemeanor.
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