Retail Fraud at Kohl’s: How Attorney Jonathan Paul Defended a Michigan Shoplifting Case

​Sarah, a 42-year-old mother from Lansing, was caught switching price tags at Kohl’s in an attempt to get a lower price on clothing. She didn’t realize how serious this action was until she was charged with Retail Fraud in the Second Degree, which carries the possibility of up to a year in jail. Sarah feared this mistake would ruin her reputation in the community and her ability to find a job in the future.

Attorney Jonathan Paul approached Sarah’s case with empathy, taking the time to understand her motivations and the stress she had been under. In Michigan, retail fraud cases like Sarah’s require proving that the defendant intended to commit theft by deceiving the store. Jonathan built a defense that highlighted Sarah’s clean history and her role as a dedicated mother. He worked with the court to explore diversion programs and alternative sentencing that allowed Sarah to avoid a criminal record. Thanks to Jonathan’s skilled representation, Sarah was able to keep her life intact and learn from the experience.