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  • 06-24-2006, 07:30 PM
    Steveo
    Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    I was caught stealing some clothes at Kholes and the day before I stole shoes so they decided to get me for that too.. So anyways thats 2 counts of theft? Is that "THEFT" "PETTY THEFT" or "SHOPLIFTING" ??? I'm confused about what each means, explain please? Oh yea and im in the diversion program because it was my first time being caught and after the diversion program they said it will be off my record, is that correct? Or do I also need it to be expunged?
  • 06-25-2006, 04:46 AM
    aaron
    Re: Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    Laws vary by state. Have you been charged yet? If so, in what state and for what charges?
  • 06-25-2006, 07:55 AM
    Steveo
    Re: Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    I wasn't charged with it because I was put into the Diversion program. Once I complete the program the charges are dismissed and they are suppose to be removed from my record. It says charged with "Theft" but it was at Kholes, so is that shop lifting? State was OHIO I am 18
  • 06-26-2006, 06:44 AM
    LP1186
    Re: Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    Some states have made one statute called theft which covers all types of theft, where as other states have seperate statues for shoplifting, theft by check, etc. Go to google and search "ohio penal code" and you'll be able to look at that and figure out whether your state has one theft statute or multiple.
  • 06-27-2006, 12:25 PM
    ohiogirl21
    Re: Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    In Ohio??

    What county? I was caught shoplifting about a MONTH ago. I was told I would have to appear in court, but have yet to receive a court date. Please let me know what county this was in, how long it took to get your court date, and how long you spent in court.

    thank you thank you thank you
  • 06-27-2006, 03:44 PM
    senor pablo
    Re: Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    expunged... hahaha

    I just got arraigned for shoplifting a couple of days ago, and the PD showed me my reccord, and there- from 10 years ago, was an MIP charge. they told me at the time that if I did the drug/alcohol class and paid my fine, it would not go on my record. I also argued it down to an MIC (minor in consumption) not possession, but there it is- an MIP, still on my record.
    Bastards.

    3 years of good behavior and its possible get your record sealed. at least in Washington.
    hope this helps at all.:(
  • 06-06-2007, 04:15 PM
    Gunner13
    Re: Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    To let you all know I went through a simialr situation in Hancock county OHIO. I helped myself to a few things and was stopped outside of meijers, but I ran to my car and drove home. But of course they had my car and plates on camera so I was busted. It took over 6 months to go to court, finally I did with a public defender and got on the Diversion program which is great if you can be good and pass a piss test. You still have to get the charges expunged after the program which is about $100 bucks but worth it.. Just some advice dont shoplift but if you do and get caught get a public defender especially if you have no priors. If you have priors make up a story and enjoy jail.
  • 06-06-2007, 04:35 PM
    panther10758
    Re: Theft, Petty Theft, Shoplifting?
    Gunner this thread is a year old! I suggest if you want to tell your tale or ask a question you start your own thread
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