Title: Can You Get Arrested For Shoplifting After The Fact?
Headings: Can You Get Arrested For Shoplifting After The Fact?
Can You Get Arrested For Shoplifting After The Fact?
Shoplifting Situations
Leaving the Store Without Being Caught
Social Media to the Rescue
Facial Recognition Technology for Shoplifting
Charges For Shoplifting in Minnesota
Other Theft Penalties
Worried About Punishment? Talk with a Lawyer

Content: Although they may have had intent to steal, the act of stealing did not occur. Employees have to be very careful when approaching a suspected shoplifter because wrongfully accusing someone of a crime can be an awkward encounter for the employee and the individual. When you are checking out of a store be sure to check the cart both in and under to make sure all items have been put on the counter for purchase. It is an honest mistake to forget an item on the bottom of the cart, however, many businesses will still prosecute you for shoplifting even if it’s an honest mistake and you offer to pay for the item. Leaving the Store Without Being Caught
Even if you successfully shoplift and exit the store without being caught, you can still be arrested. When there is missing inventory or if something distinctive is gone from the shelves, businesses may review security footage. When they find the clip of footage showing when the theft took place they will call it into the authorities. Then, the police may develop still images from the video and send out a mass announcement asking for help and “do you recognize this person?” Once sufficient evidence has been collected, police can take action. Social Media to the Rescue
More often businesses are leveraging the power of social media to nab shoplifters.