Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

False Imprisonment

My 17yo daughter was detained without requested 'legal representation' and forced to sign a 'promissory note' for 'stolen' cigarettes. Her store manager was then suspended for 'illegally selling' her cigarettes.


Asked on 7/16/09, 10:03 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Re: False Imprisonment

You daughter should not make any more statements to anyone until she has consulted with an attorney.

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Answered on 7/16/09, 11:31 pm
William Welch William L. Welch, III Attorney

Re: False Imprisonment

Merchants may detain suspected shoplifters long enough to recover stolen property and determine the person's identity.

Your daughter's case may be resolved informally through the Department of Juvenile Services. If it is not, then the State's Attorney may pursue juvenile charges, or depending on your daughter's history criminal charges.

You and your daughter should consult with a criminal defense lawyer, who is familiar with juvenile matters.

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Answered on 7/16/09, 1:30 pm


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