Title: Shoplifting Policies and Procedures for Retailers
Headings: Shoplifting Policies and Procedures for Retailers
Shoplifting Policies and Procedures for Retailers
Stopping a Shoplifter
Know the Law

Content: What areas are you unable to see from each vantage point? Inventory control improvement can often be as simple as lowering shelving height to increase visibility across the store. In-store cameras will help deter the casual shoplifter, but not the professional one. Know the Law
Know your local and state shoplifting laws. If you have questions about them, contact your local police station or prosecutor -- either should be willing and able to help. Laws vary by location, but most places require that one person must see the shoplifter take the item, conceal it and exit the store without paying for the merchandise, all while never taking their eyes off the shoplifter. Only then can the store employee who witnessed the theft apprehend the shoplifter, without force. It is possible that a misunderstanding has taken place and the person is not a shoplifter, so following through observation all the way to the end is of central importance. When approaching a suspicious person, try to remain calm and professional. Addressing the suspect in a polite, discreet yet firm and professional manner will help you and your store avoid a slander, false arrest, or discrimination lawsuit .