What is the name of your state? CA
I was arrested for purchasing a purse that I had switched the price tag on, original price $44.97 price I switched $14.97. I had no idea that price switching was a crime. The store’s loss prevention agent placed me under citizens arrested, said she saw me switching tags. I asked to see the video, but was told that it was confidential. I purchased about $300.00 worth of merchandise; the purse was the only tag I switched. When the loss prevention agent informed me that I could not step foot in their store for two years, I asked that the purchases I had just made be return, which they did, my credit card was credited the full amount. The police were called and I was booked and given a citation for petty theft. My court date is April 4th. Do you think I should consult an attorney or should I appear before the court alone and plead guilty?
I was arrested for purchasing a purse that I had switched the price tag on, original price $44.97 price I switched $14.97. I had no idea that price switching was a crime. The store’s loss prevention agent placed me under citizens arrested, said she saw me switching tags. I asked to see the video, but was told that it was confidential. I purchased about $300.00 worth of merchandise; the purse was the only tag I switched. When the loss prevention agent informed me that I could not step foot in their store for two years, I asked that the purchases I had just made be return, which they did, my credit card was credited the full amount. The police were called and I was booked and given a citation for petty theft. My court date is April 4th. Do you think I should consult an attorney or should I appear before the court alone and plead guilty?