Category Archives: theft

ONLINE CHALLENGE CAN LEAD TO CRIMINAL CHARGES AND SCHOOL EXPULSION

Social media presents kids with ever varied opportunities for trouble. As if online sexting and bullying weren’t bad enough, now it’s “devious licks,” a challenge where students post videos of themselves vandalizing or stealing school property. If your child has … Continue reading

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THEFT OF STOLEN PROPERTY IN ILLINOIS

In Illinois, you can be charged with theft of stolen property if you obtained control over stolen property knowing it to have been stolen, or under such circumstances as would reasonably induce you to believe that the property was stolen. … Continue reading

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THE ILLINOIS LAW ON THEFT BY DECEPTION

In Illinois, theft by deception means obtaining control of another’s property through deception. For example, you pretended you were authorized to collect money on behalf of a creditor or charity. Theft by deception can include making false statements to obtain … Continue reading

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“I DIDN’T STEAL IT!”: PROVING BURGLARY IN ILLINOIS

You bought a couple I-phones from an acquaintance. You thought they were his, but it turned out he had recently stolen them from a store and then he disappeared. Now the police have charged you with the burglary. What can … Continue reading

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RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY IN ILLINOIS: WHEN A HOME IS NOT A DWELLING

A person commits residential burglary in Illinois when he or she knowingly without permission enters or stays within someone else’s dwelling intending to commit a felony or theft. Residential burglary in Illinois is a Class 1 felony. If your burglary … Continue reading

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RETAIL THEFT: SECOND OFFENSE AND BEYOND

Retail theft the second time around can be a much more complicated affair than your first offense. Repeat offenses may lead to stiffer charges, violation of supervision, and a conviction that stays on your record. For starters, a second offense … Continue reading

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THE LAW OF RETAIL THEFT, THEFT, ROBBERY AND BURGLARY IN ILLINOIS

In bad economic times, people can get a little desperate and take something that doesn’t belong to them. Where, how and how much you steal can determine the type of criminal charges brought against you and your possible punishment. What … Continue reading

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FROM SHOPLIFTING TO REMOVING PRICE TAGS: RETAIL THEFT LAW IN ILLINOIS

You were scanning groceries at the self-service station and decided to omit a few items before slipping them into your bag. But unbeknownst to you, the cameras were watching. As soon as you left the store, security stopped you, and … Continue reading

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THE NEW ILLINOIS ORGANIZED RETAIL THEFT LAW

Starting June 1, 2011, Illinois will have tougher laws against organized retail theft rings. In addition to criminal penalties such as fines and jail time, the new law allows a judge to seize a defendant’s money or property. The new … Continue reading

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