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Prior convictions – If you are convicted of a second offense larceny, and you had previously been convicted of larceny in Virginia or another jurisdiction for a similar offense regardless of whether the prior offense was a misdemeanor or felony, you will be given a jail sentence of no less than thirty days and no more than twelve months. A third, or subsequent offense is a Class 6 felony. A Class 6 felony larceny is not less than one but no more than five years in state prison or, depending on the jury or judge, jail for no more than twelve months and no more than $2500 fine.

Burglarious tools - There a Virginia statute that makes it illegal to possess tools with the intent to commit burglary, robbery or larceny. Conviction of this charge is a Class 5 felony. A Class 5 felony larceny is not less than one but no more than ten years in state prison or, depending on the jury or judge, jail for no more than twelve months and no more than $2500 fine. Possession of such tools is prima facie evidence of intent to commit burglary, robbery, or larceny, unless you are a licensed dealer.

Does altering price tags or switching price tags on merchandize count as shoplifting?
Yes. You can be found guilty of petit or grand larceny for altering price tags or transferring goods from one container to another.

What if I am just teaching or helping someone else to shoplift?
You can still be found guilty of petit or grand larceny even if all you did was counsel, assist, or aid another in any of the above. more>>

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