Theft or robbery case in Bridgeview, Illinois?
To most people the terms theft and robbery seem to refer to the same crime. Both crimes involve someone taking another person’s property without permission; however, legally they are different crimes. In Illinois, theft and robbery are separate crimes that are prosecuted differently.
What is your civil liability for theft?
- actual damages equal to the full retail value of the merchandise; plus
- an amount not less than $100 nor more than $1,000; plus
- attorney’s fees and court costs
