Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

What are my rights?

My oldest daughter (17) was allegedly involved in a theft of store merchandise from JC Penny. According to her she was with 3 other friends and she was not actively involved in the theft. I just received a letter from a lawyer requesting payment for $495. Police were never called and there is no proof my daughter was actually involved. Do i have to pay for this?


Asked on 9/17/08, 4:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
jeffrey lazroe Jeffrey A. Lazroe attorney at law

Re: What are my rights?

I come across this question with much more frequency over the last year or so.

I would not pay, your daughter was never arrested or charged with a crime.

You will probably never hear from them again.

If you do, please feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 9/17/08, 5:01 pm


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