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Criminal procedure (sentence) — common law crimes — theft — by a police officer — small amount stolen and most recovered — community service appropriate
Policemen who are appointed to uphold the law must perform their duties in an exemplary manner and should not themselves resort to criminal acts. Ordinarily the theft of a small amount by a first offender would not attract a custodial sentence, but when a policeman turns to theft, he must expect to be sent to prison. However, where there are special mitigatory factors, community service instead of imprisonment may be appropriate.
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