Shoplifting Laws in Colorado - CRS 18-4-406 [2022 UPDATES IN DESCRIPTION] скачать в хорошем качестве

Shoplifting Laws in Colorado - CRS 18-4-406 [2022 UPDATES IN DESCRIPTION]

Top Denver criminal defense attorney discusses Colorado shoplifting laws Learn more about Colorado Legal Defense Group at https://www.shouselaw.com/co/defense/... or call (303) 222-0330 for a free consultation. SHOPLIFTING LAWS The Colorado crime of shoplifting is knowingly taking merchandise from a store without paying. Under CRS 18-4-406, if a shoplifting suspect conceals the merchandise such as by hiding it under a jacket or in a backpack, that concealment is all the evidence a court needs to infer that the suspect intended to steal. Certainly, that makes it more challenging for defense attorneys to fight shoplifting charges. But there are still many effective strategies we can pursue to get shoplifting charges reduced or dismissed. Three possible defenses include: 1. There was no intent to steal, and the defendant simply forgot to pay, or someone planted the merchandise on him or her; 2. The defendant had already paid for the property, and the police made a mistake; or 3. The police violated the defendant’s rights by conducting an illegal search and seizure The penalties for a shoplifting conviction turn on the value of the merchandise. Taking less than $300 worth of goods is a petty offense, carrying up to 10 days in jail and/or $300 in fines. Taking at least $300 but less than $2,000 worth of goods is a misdemeanor, carrying up to 364 days in jail and/or up to $1,000 in fines. And taking at least $2,000 worth of goods is a felony, carrying 1 to 24 years in prison and/or $1,000 to $1,000,000 in fines. COLORADO LEGAL DEFENSE GROUP If you or a loved one is charged with a crime we invite you to contact us at Colorado Legal Defense Group. We can provide a free consultation in office or by phone. We serve Denver, Lakewood, Littleton, Aurora, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Pueblo, Boulder, Broomfield, Grand Junction, Eagle, Aspen, Breckenridge, Vail and throughout Colorado. Colorado Legal Defense Group 140 E 19th Ave Suite 500 Denver, CO 80203 (303) 222-0330 https://www.shouselaw.com/co/defense