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  1. #1
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    Default Concealment

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: california my question is if you are seen putting merchandise in you pocket but you put it back before leaving the store is that a crime? can lp detain and you ?can you get a civil demand even know you put it back thanks for any anwsers you can give me

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    Default Re: Concealment

    You mean, if you're caught stealing but ditch what you were stealing before they physically nab you? It's possible that they'll still have enough evidence to have you charged. If you're caught stealing, LP can detain you while you wait for the police to arrive.

    If in fact you have been charged, there's your answer.

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    Default Re: Concealment

    Concealment in CA is not a crime. Much would depend on if OP had past last point of sale or had damaged merchandise. However it seems the LP did not charge OP and issued Civil Demand which OP "might" fight since according to the law there was no crime. That could cost more than the Civil Demand so that might be unwise as well.

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