Juvenile Shoplifters: What You Need To Know Shoplifting is one of the most common crimes committed by juveniles. Whether for the thrill or because of peer pressure, there aren’t many other minor crimes as “popular” among teens and young adults. Here you’ll find revealing statistics and some alarming facts about juvenile shoplifters. Also, you’ll find how to help if your child is arrested for shoplifting. A Quarter Of All Shoplifters Are Kids According to a study published by the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention, 25% of all shoplifters are juveniles. Over Half of Adult Shoplifters Started When They Were Juveniles Of the 75% of adult shoplifters, 55% of them report that they were young when they began shoplifting. This means the shoplifting continued for many years. Shoplifters Aren’t Often Caught Shoplifters —…Read More
Petty Theft & Shoplifting Charges Defenses If you’ve been arrested and charged with petty theft or shoplifting, you need to act quickly in order to protect your rights and your reputation. This type of charge can result in serious penalties. If you’re convicted, you’ll have a criminal record for the remainder of your life. Here’s how you can defend yourself against charges of petty theft. Petty Theft In California Defined The primary definition of petty theft in California is simple: the taking of property that belongs to someone else that is valued at less than $950. However, there are some unique cases that may also lead to a charge of petty theft, such as embezzlement of less than $950 or “theft by trick,” like switching the price tags on a piece of…Read More
