<p>So, I've found out that my friend's roommate shoplifts. Should she be worried about having something stolen from her? I'm kind of worried for her possessions now.</p>
<p>Yes - your friend should be concerned. She should take extra care to protect her valuables. Many shoplifters shoplift for the 'thrill' of it though so the thief may be more interested in pilfering from stores rather than your friend. ragardless of this, your friend should make sure she doesn't leave cash, jewelry, iPods, etc. just laying around - not easy in a roommate situation.</p>
<p>This thief (I'm calling it what it is) needs help quickly though. The person is about to seriously impact their life. When they get caught (and they will - it's only a matter of time), they could get jail time, get kicked out of college, have a very difficult time getting a job, will lose their friends, alienate family, etc. It would be best if this person can obtain counseling 'now'.</p>
<p>our friends' son had a roommate who was selling drugs. the son didn't want to turn him in, but he also didn't want to have any drugs in the room or have people coming by the room looking to "score" drugs. so he told his roommate that if he ever became aware that there were any drugs in the room or if anyone ever stopped by looking to buy drugs that he would go to the administration and turn him in immediately. he told the roommate that he wasn't going to risk his entire future by keeping secrets (or being implicated)... that seemed to put a stop to it and fortunately the school year ended without incident. i suggest that your friend tell her shoplifting roommate the same thing ("stop or else") or your friend could find herself in a very tight spot if she somehow gets associated with the shoplifting.</p>
<p>Yea, having stolen items found in their living quarters could be a "hot" situation for both the thief & the "innocent" room mate, so having a "chat" about this would be a good idea. Is it possible to ask for a transfer to another room or new room mate? Seems like during the break would be a great time.</p>
<p>kleptomaniacs suck!!!</p>
<p>In elementary school, I once had a klepto friend who stole a Barbie doll from me. I got it back, and she, thus, broke off our friendship. </p>
<p>Coincidently, I had a class with her during high school, and she still was stealing. So I had to be very careful around her.</p>
<p>Might be good to speak with the RA/RC staff about hypothetically how this should be handled to get more ideas. They are supposed to be helping enhance your U living experience. It is a tough situation & definitely something you should discuss with your family as well.</p>
<p>I;m with HImom. In prior posts, I wrote how first roommate stole clothes, my typewriter, and then bank checks from me. I got little satisfaction from RA, but police got incolved with forged checks. I'd suggest moving out of room, in order to have peace of mind.</p>
<p>A first offense won't bring jailtime in most cities. Just probation, a diversion class and a small fine.</p>
<p>Have you guys ever had anything stolen from your dorm? If so, what did you do about it?</p>