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    Default Re: Am I an Accessory to Shoplifting

    Never said I knew all teens, but, I have worked juvenile crimes in the big city and the small city, have done research and have a background in education and the psychology/sociology of juveniles, and have the added benefit of knowing a great many teens for many years. Yes, you could be an anomaly. But, if you want to know where the cops are coming from, I'm telling you. They will be skeptical about your sketchy knowledge of these friends and will likely look at you as a suspect. You may not think that's fair, but there it is.

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    Thank you for your insight on the matter.

    Considering that my story is unbelievable to the police officers, what would there next line of action be?
    I assume the investigation is still underway, and they are trying to gather more evidence so that they could accuse someone of a crime, in this case, me.

    Will they come question me again?
    what kind of evidence would they need to give me a citation?

    How and when will I know if I am seen as a suspect?

    How long do these shoplifting investigations usually take to conclude?

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    Considering that my story is unbelievable to the police officers, what would there next line of action be?
    I assume the investigation is still underway, and they are trying to gather more evidence so that they could accuse someone of a crime, in this case, me.
    It may not be "unbelievable" to them, but it might be difficult to believe. There are exceptions to every rule, and we cops are cynical by nature.

    It may be that they have nothing more. Until they have had time to attempt contact with your "friends" they may leave you be. if they believe the info you gave was bogus, or, the friends implicate you in some way, they may well be back to talk to you.

    Will they come question me again?
    what kind of evidence would they need to give me a citation?
    They might come to question you ... they might not. If they have nothing more, and they do not think you will confess, then they may not come back for a while - if at all.

    If they see this as petty theft, they would likely seek an arrest warrant or a summons through the court, they could not issue you a citation. If they see it as a burglary, they will likely seek an arrest warrant.

    If what you say is true and the friends do not implicate you, then I doubt any summons or warrant will issue. Though a subpoena for your testimony as a witness at trial might come your way if the matter ever goes to court against the other kids.

    How and when will I know if I am seen as a suspect?
    When they tell you, or, when you receive a summons, or when you are arrested.

    How long do these shoplifting investigations usually take to conclude?
    It depends. If they have not done anything to you in a couple months, you may be safe. But, with resources stretched thin, prosecutors may wait a long time to pursue misdemeanors. If petty theft, they may not get around to filing on any suspects until almost a year has passed - if at all.

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    Somebody on another forum told me that under california law, a person can only be an accessory to a felony (PC32). Not a misdemeanor.

    Is there any truth to that?

    And if that's true, would that make me an accomplice instead?
    Keep in mind that I never stepped into the store.. so there is no video of me being physically present at the scene of the crime.

    What would make a person be an accomplice to shoplifting?

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    Somebody on another forum told me that under california law, a person can only be an accessory to a felony (PC32). Not a misdemeanor.

    Is there any truth to that?

    And if that's true, would that make me an accomplice instead?
    Keep in mind that I never stepped into the store.. so there is no video of me being physically present at the scene of the crime.

    What would make a person be an accomplice to shoplifting?
    Yes. And, if an accomplice, you would be a witness who is liable for the same offense as the primary actor. if you aided and abetted them in their action, you could also be charged with the crime alleged. Additionally, if they found any prior arrangement then you an also be charged with a felony for conspiracy (PC 182).

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