Shoplifter repeatedly steals in the shadows

Shoplifting Repeat Offender 

Shoplifting (a form of theft under Texas law) is one of the most common crimes in Houston and throughout Texas. Most shoplifting cases filed in the Houston are misdemeanors allegedly committed by first-time offenders. But what happens if you are arrested for shoplifting and have a prior conviction for shoplifting? How are repeat shoplifters charged…

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Kids shoplift in local store and steal bacon

What happens if you shoplift at Kroger?

Kroger is one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States with 2719 stores in 35 states. In the Houston area alone, there are at least 35 Kroger stores. In Harris County, many shoplifting arrests are made at Kroger. But what kind of policy does Kroger have against shoplifters? What can you expect if…

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Person steals shoes and puts them in her bag

Can shoplifting be a felony in Texas?

If you are arrested for shoplifting in Texas, you are likely feeling anxious about the potential criminal penalties or damage to your reputation or job prospects. One common concern among first- time shoplifting defendants is whether shoplifting is treated as a misdemeanor or felony under Texas law. A felony conviction can carry steeper penalties and…

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What happens if you get caught shoplifting at Whole Foods?

Shoplifting arrests are extremely common in Harris County. The majority of shoplifting cases (which is legally considered theft under Texas law) are filed as misdemeanors and a large percentage of cases come from large retailers. But what happens when you get caught shoplifting at a high-end grocery store like Whole Foods? This article discusses what…

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What happens if you get caught shoplifting at Costco?

Although shoplifting at Costco is relatively rare compared to other large retailers, every year multiple people are arrested in Costco stores throughout Houston and charged with theft (which is how shoplifting is charged in Texas). If you are caught shoplifting at Costco, it is critical to do everything possible to keep a conviction off of…

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