2.22.23 - LARCENY PROBLEMS

Last updated almost 3 years ago

5 questions

a. Why do you think people shoplift? List the reasons.

2.22.23 - LARCENY PROBLEMS

Last updated almost 3 years ago

5 questions

a. Why do you think people shoplift? List the reasons.

What could be done to address each of the reasons for shoplifting you listed? Which would be most effective? Why?

If you saw a stranger shoplifting in a store, what would you do? Would your answer be different if you knew the person?

A movie star is caught shoplifting thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise. It is her first offense. What penalty should she receive? Would the penalty you recommend be different if she were not famous?

Disorderly Persons Offense (SHOPLIFTING - LOWEST):
●30 days to 6 months in jail
●Possible fines
Fourth Degree Theft:
●Property stolen equates to the value of $200 but less than $500
●Up to 18 months in jail.
●Fines up to $10,000 or double the stolen amount
Third Degree Theft
●Property stolen equates to the value of $500, but less than $75,000
●There was theft of a firearm, boat, plane, car, or companion animal
●3-5 years in jail
●Fines up to $15,000 or double the amount that was stolen
Second Degree Theft
●Property stolen equates to the value of $75,000 or more
●5-10 years in jail
Fines up to $150

USE THE CHART ABOVE TO CATEGORIZE THE FOLLOWING CRIMES

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