Man Goes to Trial Over Hot Dog
Americans who feel like the country is being overrun by hoodwinks, swindlers, and various other types of rogues should check out Cheney, Washington - where the Cheney Municipal Prosecutor leaves no stone unturned - as a potential residential destination. To see just how seriously Cheny takes the fight against crime, look no further than the story of John Richardson, a student at Eastern Washington University who recently stood trial on the charge of "stealing" a ninety-nine cent hot dog from a local Costco. As many shoppers do, Richardson grabbed himself a snack to enjoy while he shopped and then simply forgot to pay for the hot dog before exiting the store. Since he did, however, pay for twenty eight dollars worth of merchandise, surely there would not be a huge ordeal over a dollar hot dog, right?
Wrong. Richardson was arrested and charged with shoplifting the hot dog. In an effort to avoid trial, the prosecutor offered Richardson a generous plea deal that would enable him to pay for the hot dog and foot a $200.00 fine, but Richardson, insisting that he simply forgot to pay for the hot dog, declined the offer. The case went to trial, apparently the jury was comprised of people who had a little common sense, and Richardson was found not guilty of committing a crime by forgetting to pay for a hot dog on a shopping trip where he paid for thirty dollars in merchandise.
Many criminal defendants are placed in situations where they feel like they are being charged or treated unfairly. In such situations, defendants need dedicated attorneys who will fight zealously for their cause. Contact an experienced East Tennessee criminal defense attorney today to discuss your case.
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