What does walmart do, if you are accused of shoplifting?

The first thing they will do is very much like what they did to you: ask you to come back to the office for a chat and get some information from you. read more

If they tell you that they believe you are shoplifting, you should remain calm and not try to run. If you try to flee, they can then use reasonable force to stop you. You should not accompany them anywhere. Do not go to their room to the side. Do not let them “guide” you to any portion of the store. read more

Indeed, the store has suggested that being involved in incidents like this is a price that people should be willing to pay to help support the fight against shoplifting. That, though, is not the view the law takes. read more