Video: CAUGHT SHOPLIFTING AT TARGET? What You NEED to Know!
March 12, 2025
Transcript
Clerk Magistrate Hearing for Shoplifting Charge
Good afternoon, Tracy Paulsen of Rightful Legal. Today I just got out of Waltham District Court for a clerk magistrate hearing whereby my client was charged with shoplifting for an amount over $250. These are serious allegations. This particular individual also had a prior record for past shoplifting and larceny charges.
Understanding Clerk Magistrate Hearings
In this instance, a clerk magistrate hearing is to determine whether there is probable cause in order to issue a criminal complaint against the individual. This is a very low standard, so you don’t have to prove much in order for there to be probable cause.
Successful Outcome Despite Prior Record
In this instance, I was able to achieve a successful outcome regardless of my client’s past record, and the complaint was not issued against this person. In this court, I would like you to know that the charge was from Target. Target has some of the best security around with regard to these cases.
Importance of Legal Representation
If you do receive a summons to appear in court or a notice for a clerk magistrate hearing, it is vitally important that you contact an experienced attorney who handles these types of cases right away. These are serious allegations, and having a criminal record for shoplifting or larceny can impact your future with regard to jobs, schools, and also anything with background check involvement in your children’s activities.
Store Security and Case Experience
Please be aware that all stores have very heightened security these days. Target is very on top of this. I have a lot of experience handling these types of cases for successful outcomes of clients throughout Massachusetts.
Contact Information & Call to Action
If you have been charged, please give me a call right away. You can contact me directly at 617-821-5856 or you can schedule a free consultation on my website at rightfullegal.com. Please subscribe to this channel for important updates. Thank you so much and have a great day.
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