Results 1 to 2 of 2
  1. #1
    Join Date
    Aug 2011
    Posts
    1

    Default Fines for Shoplifting

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: California (San, Francisco to be precise)

    So, I just got a question about fine for shoplifting. I won't lie, I just recently got caught shoplifting at Wal-Green and nothing I say could excuse the fact that I did something like that.

    But to make the long story short, I was stopped as I was going out and the security lead me to the room and asked me to land back what I took, and I did. The security guard was nice though, and he explained to me what happen. He just that if I cooperate (which I did) he said that no police will be involve and my action will not go on my record. He asked me to sign a form that said I am banned from Wal-Green (policy about trespassing) for about a year or so and he took my pic. He then said that I will receive a mail for the fine and it is just to pay back the item I've stolen (which was <$10). And I wished him a nice day and he let me off. I will only be sue and have to go to court if I don't pay the fine (but of course I will). So my question is, how much will I be fine?

    The reason why I ask is because I was told that the amount will be just the cost of the item I stole (again which was <$10). But later I found out that the fine can range between $50-$500 depend on the store you stole from and the state. I just want to know (from experience) how much you guy get fine for stealing an item that is not even $10. The reason why I ask is because if the fine is going to be $200+ then I will need to start saving up money asap to pay the fine. Any feedback will help.

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Sep 2010
    Posts
    19,901

    Default Re: I Got a Question About Fine and Shoplifting

    It's not correctly termed a fine. It is a demand for civil recovery for the damages you caused. It can be in excess of $500 (the statute says up to $500 PLUS the cost of the item PLUS the costs involved in collecting it). Start saving your money.

    1. Sponsored Links
       

Similar Threads

  1. Retail Fraud / Shoplifting: Caught Shoplifting and Can't Afford to Pay Fines
    By EDA in forum Criminal Charges
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 01-09-2011, 01:45 PM
  2. Sentencing: Shoplifting Fines That Cannot Be Paid
    By NoMoney in forum Criminal Procedure
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 04-26-2009, 02:33 AM
  3. Retail Fraud / Shoplifting: Shoplifting Fines In Ohio
    By kawasaki 90 in forum Criminal Charges
    Replies: 12
    Last Post: 01-06-2008, 07:48 PM
  4. Retail Fraud / Shoplifting: Criminal fines for shoplifting
    By davidona in forum Criminal Charges
    Replies: 13
    Last Post: 10-17-2006, 01:56 PM
  5. Retail Fraud / Shoplifting: Fines after Shoplifting Arrest
    By notagain in forum Criminal Charges
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 10-20-2005, 08:56 AM
 
 
Sponsored Links

Legal Help, Information and Resources