Most of the time it is considered petty theft. However, a larceny charge could be made, depending upon the expense of the item in question.
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shoplifting is stealing...The value of what you steal during shoplifting depends on the degree of the charge. In New York, petit larceny is sealing anything valued under $1000. OVer $1000. then starts the degree of Felony. Shoplifting is a form of stealing usually when you go into a store to steal. DO NOT STEAL
Theft or taking goods without tendering payment for them. (Stealing).Added: In other states; Depending on the cost of the stolen item either Petit Larceny or Grand Larceny.
Shoplifting is a Larceny or Theft (depending on the wording of the state's law) and is a crime which calls for either jail time or a fine - or both. The amount of a fine would depend on the law of your particular state.
Depnding on the cost of the item(s) you stole, shoplifting is usually a Petit Larceny offense. If you have no previous record and appear remoreseful enough you may get probation and/or community service.
I think it may depend on your jurisdiction, but I think it would be larceny. Shoplifting and theft from vehicles.
Depending on the value of the items stolen, you can be charged with either petty larceny or grand larceny.
Be happy you were issued only a summons for trespassing. "Trespass" means that, 'with unlawful inent, you entered upon the property of another.' Shoplifting charges are more serious in that they imply the crime of larceny.
Property crime would be the most common crime committed in Mexico. It would include burglary, larceny, theft, motor vehicle theft, arson, shoplifting, and vandalism.
it depends on what they are trying to charge you with.... if its under $500 no if its grand larceny yes which is more than $1000
(in the US) there is no "common law" that refers to shoplifting. All such laws are CODIFIED by the individual state legislatures as the offense of Larceny.