Opposition Reacts to Shoplifting Crackdown as Retailers Celebrate Overdue Changes

Opposition reacts to shoplifting crackdown as retailers celebrate overdue changes

But retailers say the changes are overdue, with those caught stealing lower-value goods facing fines up to $500 under the proposed law.

Protecting Retailers From Shoplifting

These changes fulfill a commitment in the National/New Zealand First coalition agreement to ensure real consequences for lower-level crimes such as shoplifting.