Shoplifting Arrests and Worthless Documents

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According to the Standard Operating Procedure 41.21, under what circumstances can adult shoplifters be issued a Notice to Appear?

  • If the amount stolen is less than $750.00 (correct)
  • If the arrestee has committed other crimes in the store
  • If the offense is declared a civil infraction
  • If the offense is declared a felony

What is the definition of a 'worthless document' according to the Standard Operating Procedure 41.21?

  • Checks stamped 'account closed' (correct)
  • Drafts or orders on a bank with no restrictions
  • The issuance of any bank checks with sufficient funds
  • Cash transactions without enough funds

Under the Standard Operating Procedure 41.21, what would NOT lead to adult shoplifters being issued a Notice to Appear?

  • The offense is declared a felony (correct)
  • Residency and length of residence in the community/county
  • The amount stolen is more than $750.00
  • Past history of appearance at court proceedings

According to the Standard Operating Procedure 41.21, what type of bank checks are considered 'worthless documents'?

<p>Checks stamped 'account closed' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In accordance with Standard Operating Procedure 41.21, what is NOT considered when deciding whether to issue a Notice to Appear to an adult shoplifter?

<p>The amount stolen is more than $750.00 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can a juvenile be released at the scene after being caught shoplifting?

<p>If the amount stolen is less than $750.00 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the victim do before presenting a worthless document complaint to the State Attorney's Office (SAO)?

<p>Send the Notice of Dishonored Check to the offender by certified mail (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may adult shoplifters be arrested?

<p>If they refuse to sign a Notice to Appear (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in an Affidavit Package for a worthless document complaint?

<p>Original check and a copy of the front and back (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should detainees be transported to the Temporary Detention and Processing Facility or Palm Beach County Jail and booked?

<p>If they are not eligible for release per Palm Beach County administrative order (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may some juvenile felony shoplifting cases be considered for the Juvenile First Offender Program?

<p>If there is substantial risk that the accused will not respond to the notice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who will process the complaint and file appropriate charges for worthless document cases if warranted?

<p>(SAO) State Attorney's Office (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be forwarded to the youth crime specialist for review and appropriate action for juveniles being released at the scene?

<p>(Filing packet) Juvenile Referral Report and Written recommendation for Juvenile First Offender Program (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does LEO stand for in the given text?

<p>Law Enforcement Officer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be instructed to fill out by the victim before sending it to the offender by certified mail?

<p>Notice of Dishonored Check required by statute (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an individual wishing to initiate a worthless document complaint to present at the (SAO) State Attorney's Office for filing at the Palm Beach County Courthouse?

<p>Original check and a copy of the front and back. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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