I’m a lawyer – four ways you could be caught stealing from Walmart and what happens if you are

A LAWYER has revealed the four different ways you could be caught stealing from Walmart.

Carl Barkemeyer has also explained what can happen to you if you are caught.

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Technically speaking shoplifting means you are stealing products from the store while acting as a paying customer.

However, there are four other things you might be doing that could get you in trouble.

Moved an Item

The lawyer explains that shoplifting can be considered moving an item to a different area.

This could be done to change its price or maybe you consumed the item or took it out of its package.

In any case, moving a product from its shelf can get you in trouble.

Price Tag Alteration

You are also stealing if you are caught swapping the price tags on products.

If you are using that way to get something for a cheaper price, you are essentially shoplifting.

Item Transfer

Another form of shoplifting is by placing small items inside a large container- and only paying for one item.

Some shoppers might think of it as a clever idea to trick the cashiers but you will face the consequences if you get caught.

Intent

Lastly perhaps the most obvious would be entering a store with the intent to steal or shoplift.

However, it is not easy to prove in front of a jury.

The lawyer explains there are serious consequences for anyone caught shoplifting at Walmart.

Depending on the amount stolen, those caught shoplifting could be imprisoned for at least a few days.

If they were caught stealing a large amount they could be charged with a felony.

Carl adds that people should bear in mind that a judge and a jury will take into account your past criminal record as well.

Those with a history of shoplifting are likely to receive a harsher punishment than those with a clear criminal record.

Meanwhile, another lawyer has urged people to never use self-checkout as you could get cited for shoplifting days or even weeks after your visit.

The company’s recent self-checkout update has caused a blunder as a shopper claimed that she almost went to jail and warned others to be careful.

And a former Walmart employee has revealed the secret way employees trick people into not stealing from the self-checkout.