Shoplifting, Larceny, Robbery, Theft shoplifting under $100.00

[bila]

My son is 17 and was picked up for shoplifting with a fried. He did not have any items on him, but was told to be seen opening movies and his friend put them in his pants. (Two video movies). He has a court date in Sept. My question is this, should we have an atty and what type of punishment will be facing? Shouldn't the police have contacted his parents?

 

[jacksgal]

Yes he needs an Attorney he is facing criminal charges and criminal record. Long as the teen was released to a responsible adult it was ok

 

[ny418]

It depends on the state and how it all happened. At 17 some states do not have to call a parent. Get an attorney for your son if it is a first offense most likely you should be able to get it taken care of. I hate to sound rude don't think about what the police did or didn't do deal with your son and make sure he doesn't get a record. All too often we forget our kids made a mistake and try to solve what we think is a problem.

Not sure of the state but your son was most likely accused of acting in concert MUST ALSO HAVE THE STATE OF MIND NECESSARY TO COMMIT THE CRIME