[5] 10 - Working without Employment at a Store or Franchise

Elements

To prove this charge, show that:

1. The accused worked at, or acted on behalf of, a store or franchise, for example by serving customers, using the register, handling stock or taking payment.
2. The accused was not employed by, or authorized by, the owner or manager.
3. The accused acted knowingly.

Notes

• Covers staff, uniforms, tills and any role that makes a customer believe the person works there.
• Taking money from customers while doing so is also Fraud, and taking from the register or stock is Theft. Charge those in addition where they apply.
• Not an offence if the owner or manager gave permission, including unpaid trial shifts or family helping out with their consent.