If you’re like many people, you know that stealing clothing from a retailer – whether it’s a store in the mall, a standalone shop or a kiosk – is against the law. But will happen to you if you’re caught? What are the penalties for stealing clothing in the state of Illinois? This guide explains….
If you’re like many people, you know that it’s against the law to steal something from a store in Cook County (or anywhere else in Illinois) – but you may not know that in our state, it’s a specific crime called retail theft. So what is retail theft, and what happens if you’re convicted of…
If you’re like many people accused of retail theft under $150, you have a lot of questions – and one of them is probably about whether you’re going to go to jail. Here’s what you need to know. Illinois Retail Theft Under $150: Will You Go to Jail? In Illinois, if you’re charged with retail…
Chicago police are reporting an uptick in theft during the coronavirus pandemic – even as businesses are closing and people are closing themselves in their homes. If you’re one of the people accused of stealing something during the pandemic (or if you were accused of stealing something before people started closing businesses), you might want…
Shoplifting seems like such a minor offense, right? However, it’s a crime in Illinois – just like it is elsewhere in the U.S. But what is the penalty for shoplifting in Illinois? Will you go to prison? Here’s what you need to know. Related: Reading Into ILCS: Retail Theft What is the Penalty for Shoplifting…
If you’ve been accused of a crime, you may need a felony defense attorney in Chicago, Skokie or Rolling Meadows. For most people, that’s the smartest course of action. Working with an attorney can help ensure that you get the best possible outcome – and it’s a way to ensure someone is always there to…
The Illinois Compiled Statutes define retail theft in several ways – but no matter how you slice it, retail theft is a crime. Under the ILCS, retail theft comes down to: Taking property from a merchant Changing price labels Switching containers Undercharging a customer in a retail establishment Exchanging stolen items in a store for…
If you’re like many people in Chicago who were charged with shoplifting, you’re looking for a retail theft lawyer who understands your situation and can give you the case-specific advice you need right now. But where do you even start? How to Find the Right Retail Theft Lawyer Finding the right retail theft lawyer may…
If you’re one of the many of people hit with retail theft charges in Chicago around the holidays, you may benefit from talking to a criminal defense lawyer who can help. Why Do You Need a Retail Theft Defense Lawyer for These Charges? Retail theft charges are serious, whether they’re misdemeanor-level or felony-level. (The severity of the charges depends on…
During the holidays—especially on Black Friday—Chicago police and those in the surrounding communities (such as Rolling Meadows and Skokie) make dozens of arrests for shoplifting. But what are shoplifting charges, and what are the penalties if you’re caught doing it? What is Shoplifting? Shoplifting isn’t actually a legal term in Illinois. However, it refers to the…
