Depends on what you mean by "got caught?" If the Loss Prevention Officer took you into a back office and interrogated you but didnt call the police, there is a fairly good chance that was the worst of it. They might serve you with a no trespass letter which means you can't go back to that store. If they called the police it means you will likely be charged with a summary retail theft. If you have priors you might be charged with a misdemeanor or felony as well. The key to remember is you have defenses (even to retail theft). Don't talk to the police without your attorney present. IF you don't have an attorney get one.
Answered on Oct 29th, 2020 at 1:08 PM