Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

Gen oligations law 11-105

My son was caught shoplifting and told me that he was not arrested. He got a letter in the mail saying that he was going to be sued if he didn't pay an amount of $350.00. He told me that he stole a CD. Is this amount some kind of fine or is my son lying to me about what was stolen. Thank you for your time..


Asked on 2/04/08, 12:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

James Kats James S. Kats, Esq.

Re: Gen oligations law 11-105

Yes, the store can sue him, in civil court, for the shoplifting, whether or not he was charged in criminal court. I recommend you read the statute cited in your email.

James S. Kats, Esq. lawjsk.com

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Answered on 2/09/08, 6:33 pm


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