In Michigan, can one be threated to be taken to the police for taking all the brochures that a business has?

Question

The brochures contained info about the business (similar to what is seen in hotel lobbys). There was not a sign stating that you could only take one brochure. The brochures were just sitting on the the counter of the business.

Answer 1

I MOVED TO MI NOT TO LONG AGO, I THINK YOU SHOULD CONSULT WITH AN ATTY. IF IT IS SO, HOW CAN SOMETHING LIKE THAT BE PROSECUTED? COMMUNITY SVC PERHAPS?

Answer 2

You need to be put away for life you brochure taker! Nah, I don't think the police will arrest you for taking brochures.

Answer 3

The business can put any limits it wants to on how many things it gives away for "free". They should probably have a sign that says "take only one", but I doubt they "have" to have that sign. Their verbal warning to you is enough. If you go beyond that, it could be considered theft (though I doubt you would be held liable for any restitution- unless the court gives them the costs of printing new ones). They can also say "get out". If you don't, they'll get you for criminal trespass.

Answer 4

Depends who's threatening you and the nature of the threat.

For the most part a threat is covered under the 1st amendment of the constitution.

Answer 5

Okay, Fine , I'll put back the brochures. Christ!!

Answer 6

I don't think it would be a criminal act, but if your intention was to stop others from seeing and receiving this advertising, there could be a civil suit.

Answer 7

Well there is no doubt that it was an ittyotic thing but it didn't say just take one...so.

Answer 8

yeah you need to be jail