LearnProgramming7 t1_jagbpqb wrote on March 1, 2023 at 5:43 AM

Reply to comment by NetQuarterLatte in Pols target NYC’s violent, repeat shoplifters with bill to protect retailer workers just like cops, firefighters by NYY657545

The felony charge could be limited to: (1) premeditated and intentional assault against retail employees; and/or (2) aggravated assault (i.e., assault beyond pushing, non-harmful touching, etc.) committed in furtherance of theft.

That would probably give a good middle ground to avoid disproportional sentences while also still addressing the issue the bill seeks to address.

NetQuarterLatte t1_jagsge3 wrote on March 1, 2023 at 9:17 AM

That’s not really needed.

For example, people who are just stealing food to feed their family aren’t going to be assaulting anyone.

In fact, I believe if they just ask nicely or be nice about it, most retail employees would find a way to give them some food or look the other way.