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Can a shoplifting charge be changed to trespassing?
More often than not, yes it can be changed. But remember, if you steal an item that is valued more than a chocolate doughnut, the shoplifting charge will remain.
Is it legal to charge someone with a felony if there is no evidence supporting it?
No, to be charged for a crime in the court of law there has to be supporting evidence.
How much evidence do you need to charge someone with a knife?
Do not charge someone with a knife unless they pose a threat to your life and it is entirely in self-defence.
Can Electronic Surveillance in stores be use to prosecute shoplifting?
yes it can as long as a charge has already been made against the person or bin caught shoplifting.
What is the difference between dismissed vs not guilty in shoplifting laws?
Dismissed means for some reason or another you were not held accountable for the charge; like the person dropped the charges. Not guilty means there was not enough evidence to convict.
If a shoplifting charge is dismissed will the misdemeanor appear on your record?
The fact that you were arrested, the charge, AND the fact that it was dsimissed WILL appear (unless expunged).
Can they charge you for selling with no evidence of marijuana?
What do YOU call "no evidence?" If there is no evidence they can't charge you.
Is shoplifting almost as bad as stealing?
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
Is it theft if a cashier forgets to charge you for something?
Technically and morally, yes. You don't have a valid receipt. If you get stopped leaving the store they can charge you with shoplifting.
Can a judge charge someone with a crime?
No, a judge cannot charge someone with a crime. Judges preside over court proceedings and make decisions based on the evidence presented to them, but they do not have the authority to formally charge someone with a crime. That responsibility lies with law enforcement agencies and prosecutors.
Can you charge someone with perjury two years later if you have proof?
Possibly, if the alleged perjurer withheld that evidence from you.
What happens when a grand jury indicts someone?
When a grand jury indicts someone, it means that they have found enough evidence to formally charge that person with a crime. This decision is based on the evidence presented to the grand jury by the prosecutor.
