Legal Question in Criminal Law in Colorado

Shoplifting mistake

A friend of mine recently stole something as was caught doing it. i was with him and I knew he was going to do it but i didn't stop him. I thought I couldn't get in trouble because I didn't steal anything. I didn't help him in anyway and I know I should have stopped him. It was the dumbest thing I've ever done. I've never been in any trouble before and I was wondering if I'm going to lose my job over this or something like that? I also wanted to know if there is anyone who is willing to help me through this... i need some legal help and I don't want this mistake to ruin my entire life and carrer. Please help... Thank you!


Asked on 3/26/08, 10:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Daniel Fenaughty FENAUGHTY & ASSOCIATES, PC

Re: Shoplifting mistake

Conspiracy, complicity are the charges to expect from this. First, what is the value of the thing(s) stolen? That determines whether it is a misdemeanor or a felony. What is the friend charged with? What, if anything, are you charged with?

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Answered on 3/27/08, 2:18 pm


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