Theft Prevention
/ˈθɛft prɪˌvɛnʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Measures and legal strategies designed to deter, detect, and reduce the unlawful taking of property.
Retailers invest in theft prevention to minimize inventory losses.
- (n.) Legal frameworks or statutes enacted to prevent theft and related crimes.
The city council passed new theft prevention laws to increase penalties for shoplifting.
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- theft prevention
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Commentary
Often used interchangeably with loss prevention in commercial contexts; legal drafting should specify whether referring to statutory provisions or practical measures.
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