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Originally Posted by Swim19
I believe for shoplifting it has to be greater than $100 so at least that protects you from forgetting to scan a lemon at self checkout. That being said it is a terrible law and at the least should only apply if convicted rather than accused.
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I guess it depends on the state but some states have theft of $100 or less as misdemeanors. Even though the punishment is very minimal and even just a fine, from what I understand this new law would still apply as it falls into the category of "theft".
And yeah, no conviction required so it's very harsh.