Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana

Felony Charge?

I was caught shoplifting. When the police came they searched my vehicle which contained approx.$50.00 in merchandise and I was still in the est. with approx. $100.00 in merchandise. I was volunteering in the establishment which is a closed in flea mkt. The $100.00 in goods were in my booth. Where I was anything over 100.00 is a felony. Can I be charged with a felony since I did not leave the premisis with over 100.00 in merchandise.


Asked on 9/30/04, 12:27 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Nick Pizzolatto, Jr. Pizzolatto Law Office

Re: Felony Charge?

Yes....intent to permanently deprive another of their property is all that is necessary. Leaving the premises is a rebuttable presumption that you intended to permanently deprive.

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Answered on 9/30/04, 8:36 am


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