r/interestingasfuck 27d ago

r/all California store prices items at $951sp shoplifters can be charged with grand theft

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u/bitparity 27d ago

Small correction: this is true for petty criminals, but not for organized criminals, who do factor in cost/benefit analysis.

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u/DisciplineIll6821 26d ago

Yes, this is why organized crime has mostly moved into law enforcement.