If while in a store I got accused of shoplifting and LP took me into the back, since I cooperated and no cops were present, what happens next?
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If while in a store I got accused of shoplifting and LP took me into the back, since I cooperated and no cops were present, what happens next?
Will this be on my record?
Asked on December 15, 2012 under Criminal Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
David West / West & Corvelli
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If no police were called then it is most likely because the store has chosen not to prosecute. They probably gave you a criminal trespass warning instructing you not to return to their store(s). It is not guaranteed however that they did not call police after they took your information. They could still have made a case with them and police could still send you a notice to appear for an arrest warrant hearing on a later date.
It would be a good idea to consult with an expert criminal defense lawyer to make sure you have someone available to respond to whatever might happend and to advise you on what you may want to do. Many such as myself offer free consultations.
Good luck,
David West
Attorney at Law
David West / David West & Associates
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If no police were called then it is most likely because the store has chosen not to prosecute. They probably gave you a criminal trespass warning instructing you not to return to their store(s). It is not guaranteed however that they did not call police after they took your information. They could still have made a case with them and police could still send you a notice to appear for an arrest warrant hearing on a later date.
It would be a good idea to consult with an expert criminal defense lawyer to make sure you have someone available to respond to whatever might happend and to advise you on what you may want to do. Many such as myself offer free consultations.
Good luck,
David West
Attorney at Law
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