Category Archives: Retail Theft Shoplifting

What is “Shopkeeper’s Privilege” in Florida?

Retail theft, known more commonly as shoplifting, is a theft offense for which a person can face charges under the Florida Statutes. If you are in a retail store and one of the employees or the store owner accuses you...

Is Shoplifting a Theft Offense in Florida?

If you or your child are facing shoplifting allegations, what type of theft-related charges should you be expecting under Florida law? Since Florida does not have a specific criminal offense called “shoplifting,” sometimes people do not understand the type of...