Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Michigan

shoplifting

I was stopped in the store by the owner questioning whether I came in with the jacket I had on or if it was theirs and I was walking out. I was detained in front of other customers for no other reason than the store carries the jacket for sale and they were suspicious due to ''recent shoplifting incidents'' by others. They have no cameras, deterrent devices or formal training in the matter. I have been a good paying customer until now. I bought the jacket from another store and have receipts to prove. Do I have a case for unnecessary detention, violated my civil rights and humiliation? Note: I am a caucasion male.


Asked on 10/05/02, 7:54 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Sheldon G. Bardach Law Offices of Sheldon G. Bardach

Re: shoplifting

Although you probably do have a cause of action for false imprisonment, because of the circumstances your probably would not, and have not, sustained significant damages. I would consider carefully whether you would want to undertake a legal proceeding for so little a recovery.

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Answered on 10/05/02, 10:38 am


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