Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

Misdemeanor Theft?

I helped a guy throw a couch in a dumpster that belongs to a business. There is video of this. I received a call from a detective about this. Do I have to talk to the detective. What are the consequences? I don't live in the city where this took place either.


Asked on 7/30/08, 2:54 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Maury Beaulier612.240.8005 Minnesota Lawyers

Re: Misdemeanor Theft?

I am not sure that I understand. Do you mean that the couch was owned by the business? If so a charge of misdemeanor theft is possible. If there was an entry to a building unauthorized, it could be charged as a burglary.

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Answered on 7/30/08, 5:48 pm
Thomas C. Gallagher Gallagher Criminal Defense

Re: Misdemeanor Theft?

No, you do not have to talk to police or anyone else about it, and normally you should not. Consult a lawyer about it to be sure. (Call me if you like.)

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Answered on 7/30/08, 6:17 pm


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