Transient Raiding Donation Bin

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1. An unlocked garbage can on the lawn between the street and the sidewalk is usually considered public space. The plastic/bottles in the can you place on the lawn for recycling have a value. If someone reaches into the garbage and takes the plastic/bottles from the unlocked can would this be considered a theft?
   Is the person “raiding” the unlocked donation bin containing clothing to be recycled committing a crime? If they take a donated item from the unlocked bin have they committed a crime?

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2. Yeah, but “Goodwill” is more about the profit. Last charity I would give goods to.

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3. @doulie I think you already know the answer and you’re just trolling. Short answer is yes, stealing is a crime. The parkway is usually not public property but it depends on plat map. Often property lines are to middle of the street, sometimes not. A public easement is private property not owned by the municipality. Besides the fact that it’s a break even at best for Marborg et. al. With so many services available, why condone theft?

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4. What would Republican Jesus do?

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5. Goodwill. It’s in the name. Let them take blankets, clothes and such. Goodwill should be putting items out for people that need them for cripe sake. My business is on a street where a lot of homeless hang out. I put stuff out with a free sign on it, if no one takes it, I bring it to Goodwill.

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