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  1. #1
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    Default Re: How Much $ Can a Store Demand in Payment when Detaining You for Shoplifting

    I noticed that you didn't deny having stolen the returns that you complained about, only tha the store couldn't substantiate that you stole them. Interesting...I think you got off easy. $3000 to avoid a felony conviction, prison or probation time, and the embarrassment is pretty good deal.

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    Default Re: How Much $ Can a Store Demand in Payment when Detaining You for Shoplifting

    Having worked retail: It depends on the store as to if they give cash for a return without a receipt (usually at last sale price); or a Merchandise Return Card. Some give it directly to the credit card the person thinks they used in the transaction.

    That said - they also require a signature of the person. And let's face it - 7 "I forgot to save the receipt" purchases in a year is unusual. And especially when you have a person shoplifting $505 in a single trip.

    Many people will shoplift and item, then return it for the money/credit. This is all too common.

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    Default Re: How Much $ Can a Store Demand in Payment when Detaining You for Shoplifting

    I think that the store cannot use the threat of calling the police to settle a civil matter on their end. You may have a civil case against them. Its like blackmail .. check your state's case law. And if so, it would probably destroy any criminal case against you as well. I know in my state that if you say "pay up" or I'll call the cops, it will end up that the threatenor (word?) would be guilty of a felony.

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