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If someone shoplifted from Shoprite and it was there first offense and the got a civil demand to pay 137.60 but can't afford it due to them not working, what can they do?
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adjusterjack
Super Moderator
Send $10 or more at a time as often as possible.
Talking about paying is not paying, paying is paying.
As long as the money is coming in you have a better chance of avoiding prosecution.
Give up smoking, drinking, and eating out until you pay this off.
Talking about paying is not paying, paying is paying.
As long as the money is coming in you have a better chance of avoiding prosecution.
Give up smoking, drinking, and eating out until you pay this off.
mightymoose
Moderator
Yup. You have the money somewhere. They will usually accept a payment plan. Adjust your spending priorities to fit it in.
But... If you don't have it then you just don't have it. You aren't required to pay it unless a judge orders it. Wait until it is affordable and pay later, or don't pay at all, it's up to you.
But... If you don't have it then you just don't have it. You aren't required to pay it unless a judge orders it. Wait until it is affordable and pay later, or don't pay at all, it's up to you.
shrinkmaster
Well-Known Member
I am a Retail Theft Consultant and answer questions like yours daily. Make a payment arrangement and keep it. The consequences for not paying can be sever and long term (see links below)
A recent writing of mine - Parent Nook Forums
Civil Recovery
A recent writing of mine - Parent Nook Forums
Civil Recovery
Many attorneys suggest not paying a civil demand as a result of the odds against being prosecuted for what usually amounts to several hundred dollars. In your case it's actually a fraction of the amount I've seen. If you want peace of mind, you may be able to have a compromise agreement either in full or partial in full satisfaction. The choice is yours. Good luck.
One other thought is the mention of "moral turpitude" which is a term most would not use except when immigration status is in issue. I'm wondering whether that is the real concern here.
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