Summary
Shoplifting charges in Pittsburgh, PA, can lead to severe penalties, especially with prior offenses. For items under $150, a first offense is a summary offense with up to 90 days in jail. A second offense is a misdemeanor with up to 2 years in prison. For items over $150, it’s a felony with up to 7 years in prison. Given your previous theft charges, you may face harsher penalties. Consider hiring a lawyer for personalized legal advice.Full Conversation
I was stopped by security at Walmart with unpaid items in the shopping cart . I don’t even know what was in there but there were only a few items
Hello Angela. It seems like a potential shoplifting issue. Could you please tell me where this incident happened so I can provide specific legal information related to your location?
I acted flat and very polite and told them that I was out of it
Hello Angela, I understand your situation. However, I need to know the location (city, state) where this incident occurred to provide you with the most accurate legal information.
they found that I did not scan a spray disinfectant and I cannot remember what else . Only a few other items were counted by them ( the security )
Hello Angela, I understand, but can you please provide the city and state where this incident occurred? This will help me provide more accurate legal information.
the police were there but did not say anything to me
Hello Angela, I understand your situation. But in order to provide you with the most accurate legal advice, could you please tell me in which city and state this incident occurred?
they took my license and looked up that I have * prev charges of theft . Small things taken each time
Hello Angela, I understand your situation. However, it's vital for you to provide the city and state where this incident occurred so I can offer the most accurate legal information.
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Hello Angela, It sounds like a serious situation. However, I still need to know the city and state where this incident occurred to provide you with the most accurate legal information. Could you please provide this information?
if you saw my house I havd very little
Hello Angela, I understand your situation. But, to provide accurate legal advice, could you please tell me in which city and state this incident occurred?
This is mainly food and related items . I didn’t say that I didn’t or that u did but told them that I havd s problem , I’m scattered , etc . I remained calm
Hello Angela, I understand that this is a difficult situation for you. However, in order to provide you with the most accurate legal advice, could you please tell me in which city and state this incident occurred?
They had me sign nothing
Hello Angela, I understand your situation is stressful. However, without knowing your location, it's challenging to provide precise legal guidance. Can you please provide the city and state where this incident occurred?
They just told me that I’d get a letter from magistrate . What is going to happen
Hello Angela, thank you for your response. In most jurisdictions, receiving a letter from a magistrate usually means you're being summoned to court for a hearing. The specifics can vary depending on your location.
Pittsburgh pa
Thank you for providing your location, Angela. In Pittsburgh, PA, shoplifting charges can vary based on the value of the stolen items and the number of offenses:
*. Less than $*, first offense: Summary offense, up to 90 days in jail.
*. Less than $*, second offense: Misdemeanor, up to 2 years in prison.
*. More than $*: Felony, up to 7 years in prison.
Since you have previous theft charges, you might face harsher penalties. You should consider hiring a lawyer.