124.001 – SUSPECTED THEFT OF PROPERTY OR ATTEMPTED THEFT OF
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 124.001
Summary
This law allows individuals to detain someone they reasonably suspect of theft to investigate the ownership of the property. It specifically applies to merchants who may detain suspected shoplifters for a reasonable time and in a reasonable manner.
Allows reasonable detention of suspected thieves.
Applies primarily to merchants and their property.
Detention must be for a reasonable time and manner.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's SUSPECTED THEFT OF PROPERTY OR ATTEMPTED THEFT OF law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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