What is Shoplifiting ?
Shoplifting is the theft of goods from an open retail establishment, typically by concealing a store item on one’s person, in pockets, under clothes, or in a bag, and leaving the store without paying. With clothing, shoplifters may put on items from the store and leave the store wearing the clothes.
What happens when you go to court for shoplifting South Africa?
In SA generally, for first time shoplifting offenders, the norm is a R1,000-R1,500 fine suspended for three years. If an extra significant offence was committed, such as burglary, the convicted criminal may receive a prison sentence of 4–15 years.
How long does a shoplifting charge stay on your record in South Africa?
10 years According to Section 217B(1) of the Criminal Procedure Act, you can apply to have your criminal record expunged if: It has been 10 years since the date of your conviction (five years if you were 18 or younger at the time) It was a minor offence, such as petty theft or shoplifting.
What schedule offence is shoplifting in South Africa?SCHEDULE 1
| OFFENCE | SCHEDULE 1 |
|---|---|
| Possession of drugs | Possession of drugs up to R500 |
| Theft | (i) Theft (common law or statutory provision) up to R1 500 |
| Receiving stolen property | Receiving stolen property up to R1 500 |
| Fraud, corruption, extortion | Fraud, corruption, extortion up to R1 500 |
How much does expungement cost in South Africa?
R2,243The cost of the expungement process is R2,243. The standard duration for a criminal record expungement is anywhere from 7 – 10 months, and is beyond our control.
Do you get a criminal record for shoplifting?
A shoplifting conviction means you will have a criminal record. You may be offered a police caution as an alternative to prosecution. However, if you accept, this still counts as a criminal conviction. You make a bad name for yourself and can be banned from the particular store.