WELCOME ENG Project on TYPES of CRIME

What is shoplifting!
Shoplifting is theft of goods from a retail establishment.
Most shoplifters are amateurs; however, there are people and groups who make their living from shoplifting, who tend to be more skilled.

Still, it is one of the most common but serious crimes.

How is shoplifting penalized!

Penalties for shoplifting are often lower than those for general theft. There is some specific shoplifting legislation with which to differentiate it from other forms of theft, so reduced penalties are usually at a judge's discretion. Most retailers are aware of the seriousness of making a false arrest, and will only attempt to apprehend a person if their guilt is undoubted.

How is shoplifting penalized!

History of Shoplifting!

History of Shoplifting!
Shoplifting, originally called "lifting," is as old as shopping. The first documented shoplifting started to take place in the 16th century London, and was carried out by groups of men called lifters. In 1591, playwright Robert Greene published a pamphlet called ''The Second Part of Cony Catching'', in which he described how three men could conspire to shoplift clothes and fabric from London merchants.

History of Shoplifting!
In 1699, the English Parliament passed The Shoplifting Act that punished petty crimes with death. People convicted of shoplifting items worth more than five shillings would be hanged in London's Tyburn Tree with crowds of thousands watching, or would be transported to the North American colonies or in Australia.

Famous Shoplifters!

Famous Shoplifters!

Famous Shoplifters!

-Wasn't Me...
Presenters:

Despina Karafillaki
Bona Maria Halari