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  • 05-12-2011, 04:01 PM
    tgwr
    Caught Shoplifting at Walmart, No Police Involved
    My question involves criminal law for the state of: SC

    Ok so today I got caught shoplifting about $10 worth of goods from walmart. I cooperated with them and they said that they would not call the police. They got my information from my ID. However, I didn't have to sign anything. He also said that I could still shop in the store. He also did not mention any fines or civil demand letter. I explained that I was in college on scholarship and he seemed like he didn't want to ruin my school career. I also apologized to the people in the room after one of them explained how stealing affects the employees. The guy stated that I seemed very sincere (Which I was. I won't be doing this again).

    In the other posts I've read, people had to sign a paper and that the LP said they would receive a civil demand letter. My question is how likely is it that I will receive one of those letters or worse actually be charged with something?

    Thanks for your replies.
  • 05-12-2011, 04:24 PM
    PandorasBox
    Re: Caught Shoplifting at Walmart--No Police Involved--What Next
    Since it was only $10.....you have a 50/50 of receiving a Civil Demand letter. Should you receive one, pay it immediately, or make arrangements for a payment plan.

    Know that yes, shoplifting could cost you that scholarship, along with thousands of dollars, so hopefully you learned from the experience.
  • 05-12-2011, 04:43 PM
    tgwr
    Re: Caught Shoplifting at Walmart--No Police Involved--What Next
    Ok thanks. I also was wondering if a civil demand letter would cause me to lose the scholarship even if I never get charged.
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