Mistakes are easily made when people are in a rush. Cashiers might pick up an item, scan it, have an error pop up and not double-check that the item was charged. A cashier might forget to scan an item that was sitting in front of them on a table but out of sight...
Shoplifting or retail fraud is a kind of theft that targets businesses open to the public. When retailers leave merchandise out on the shelves accessible to the public, they take the risk of someone leaving the store with items that they have not paid for yet....
Many people perceive shoplifting as a minor offense. Many people, parents included, even chalk this crime up to adolescent shenanigans. However, the state of Georgia and the victims of shoplifters disagree with this perception. As a criminal defense firm, we’ve seen...
Robbery is considered a serious criminal felony in Georgia and can result in life-changing consequences. Under O.C.G.A. 16-8-40, robbery is a theft and property crime that is generally defined as a theft committed by use of force, intimidation, or sudden snatching....
While there is no denying that graffiti artists are often quite creative and skilled, there are consequences to their actions. Under Georgia law, graffiti, also known as street art, is considered a form of vandalism. Any person defacing property without consent of the...
Have you or a loved one been accused of vandalism? Vandalism can be defined in two ways in Georgia, as criminal trespass or as criminal damage to property. If the damage caused by vandalism exceeds $500, it could result in a felony charge. Most wouldn't consider...
There are many non-violent crimes one can be accused of. However, one type of crime that can have far-reaching consequences is theft & property crimes. Why is theft such a big deal? What factors can compound a theft accusation to make the charge more serious? In...
There is more at stake than just your reputation when accused of a crime. While word may spread quickly in a small town, word can spread even quicker by those who have access to the internet. Since arrests are a matter of public record, you may be wondering what other...
It's proof that no-one escapes the long arm of the law when an ex-police officer is accused of theft and property crimes. While the woman hasn't officially been employed with Gwinnett county since 2014, she is facing charges related to alleged thefts that occurred...
Credit cards and other forms of electronic payment continue to become more and more popular. Cash is almost becoming an obsolete form of payment with the ability to pay with plastic or to even swipe your phone, watch or other electronic forms of payment. With the...
