shoplifting

(verb)

It is the theft of goods from a retail establishment. It is one of the most common property crimes dealt with by police and courts.

Related Terms

Examples of shoplifting in the following topics:

  • Property Crime

    • Property crime is a category of crime that includes larceny, theft, motor vehicle theft, arson, shoplifting, vandalism, and burglary .
    • Shoplifting is a specific type of theft, in which products are taken from retail shops without paying.
    • Items popular with shoplifters include cigarettes, alcoholic beverages, and fashionable clothing.

  • Types of Crime

    • Property crime is a category of crime that includes burglary, larceny, theft, motor vehicle theft, arson, shoplifting, and vandalism.