Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois
Retail Theft
If some one has been convisted of theft before and was recently charged with a theft of $42.00, Will they have to pay a fine or serve time.
Asked on 12/12/05, 12:55 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
David Shestokas
Shestokas, & Associates
Re: Retail Theft
If there is a prior retail theft conviction, a new case may be upgraded to a felony. This carries a potential of 1 to 3 years in prison. It is a very serious matter and you should have counsel. You may reply by e-mail or call the number on my attorney page.
Answered on 12/12/05, 4:03 pm
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