the FAQs of dealing with a stealing incident
So you were having a greedy moment and you messed up. Maybe you couldn’t afford something you really, really wanted or maybe you just simply felt you could get away with it? Either way, you were caught and now you’re in a mess that will need to be dealt with. This article isn’t meant to shame you. After all, we’ve all done bad things from time to time as humans, but knowing how to handle your stealing conviction is important. Listed below are a few basic FAQs on stealing charges. Use these to help you make the best decision for your case.
1. What should you say or do when you initially get caught?
This is very important. You DO NOT want to resist arrest. Because what started as “stealing” can quickly become a “robbery” which is a felony in the state of MO. If you punch, kick, or hurt the officer or anyone else involved in someway, you’re going to get a much steeper fine or punishment. So the best thing to do is to be nice and cooperative.
Say you are stopped on the way out of Walmart or something, just go with them back to this office. Don’t cop an attitude and be humble, admitting to what you did and answer their questions in a nice and cooperative way. Don’t be rude or lie. They have you on camera so there is proof of your stealing…
