Legal Question in Business Law in Massachusetts
Shoplifting
was taken to jail for shoplifting.
I did not step out of either door.
what will I need to plead NOT g.
Asked on 3/10/01, 9:01 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Trant
Law Office of Robert R. Trant
Re: Shoplifting
You can be convicted of shoplifting if you intentionally conceal merchandise. You do not need to leave the store to be charged. You can plead "not guilty" and the state will need to prove you intentionally concealed the merchandise without the intention of paying for it.
Answered on 5/22/01, 12:13 pm