As consumers, we make purchases all the time. Sometimes it’s for small daily needs things and other times we buy big ticket items we’ve had our eye on for a while. But on occasion, you may have a change of heart and decide you no longer want the item. Whether you...
Swiping a pack of gum from the corner gas station or a T-shirt from a big-box retailer might seem benign compared to other property crimes or violent confrontations. But shoplifting is a serious offense in New Jersey. It can steal your freedom and driving privileges,...
When you’re out running errands or just shopping for something to do, it feels good score the best deal possible. The idea of paying less than full price for a product is very attractive. Bright tags noting reduced prices and clearance merchandise pose alluring...
Most of us make purchases in stores almost every day. The practice will have become second nature to us, and often we go through the motions on autopilot. But if we are having a busy or stressful day, we are more likely to make mistakes or be more forgetful. It's...
Security camera footage and a social media post led to the arrest of two women alleged to have stolen a stroller from a high-end baby supply store in Middletown, New Jersey. The alleged theft occurred approximately a week and a half ago and appears to have involved...
The crime of shoplifting isn't always cut and dry. While many people steal for personal gain, others do so because of an uncontrollable impulse. This is known as kleptomania, which is a condition that can result in legal problems as well as emotional ones....
Shopping in Cranford often seems to bring out many of our most primitive instincts. Chief among these is the desire to "hunt" for the best deals. Oftentimes, the best retail deals might come through your own personal connections. If, for example, you have a friend or...
Finding out that your child is shoplifting can be very disheartening. Unfortunately, this is a common behavior in many children and it’s up to the parents to break the habit before severe consequences occur. KidsHealth.org offers the following advice on how you...
Certainly, some shoplifting happens for purely financial reasons. A child who does not have enough money to buy a toy decides to steal it from the store. An adult who needs to put food on the table feels they have no choice but to turn to theft. It does happen....
Shoplifting is a crime that can have serious repercussions. While teens may look at it as no big deal, an instance of shoplifting can follow a person for many years to come and may even have an academic or professional impact. If you have concerns about your child...
