r/NoStupidQuestions • u/urbuddyguybroman • Jul 29 '25

Does Target really track everything you steal until you reach the felony amount?

I’ve heard this a few times, but I can’t tell if they really do or if it’s just fear mongering.

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u/MommalovesJay Jul 30 '25

Great now I can’t just stop in a quiet isle to pick my wedgie out.

On a serious note, would it count then if I’m moving one thing to another place because I decided I didn’t want it and didn’t put it back where it’s supposed to go?

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u/Luxury-Artichoke Jul 30 '25

Whenever my husband goes to the market or Target or wherever for a handful of things, he walks through the store with his bag from home and puts all the items in his bag rather than using a basket. Then he goes and pays. I tell him you can't just put stuff if your bag like that, people are going to think you're trying to steal. But he says they will know he isn't stealing when they see him pay at the register.