If Retail Crime is Evolving, Our Laws Should Too

Organized retail crime is silently taking place in every town and city across the country. It wasn’t until a spree of smash-and-grab robberies took place last year during the holidays that Americans understood how pervasive retail crime is in their communities. While a number of states have taken action, a majority of law enforcement officials across the country still lack the tools they need to prosecute this criminal activity, because theft rings are able to operate in the shadows of the internet. It is imperative for Congress to pass legislation that tackles this issue before it creates additional pain for retailers, their hard-working employees, and the customers they serve. Read Full Article »