June 24, 2010
Larceny over $250.00
Police officers responded to Barneys of New York in the Back Bay to a report of a shoplifter. Upon arrival, officers spoke to store security who stated that she watched a woman, later identified as Attorney Barabino’s client, walk into Barneys and walk directly into the fitting rooms. Security reported that she took two dresses that were already in the dressing room, placed the two dresses in her pocketbook, and proceeded to leave the store without paying for them. Security believed that she was working with another female who had stolen from Barney's in the past. The two dresses were valued at nearly $3,685.00. The dresses were given back to Barney's. Client, a Russian immigrant living in New York City, had several concerns about the ramifications and consequences of such a serious charge. Moreover, the store had the client videotaped doing the acts which security had witnessed. Attorney Barabino discussed the matter with the Prosecution several times to fashion a disposition. The result of the discussion was very favorable to Attorney Barabino’s client. She walked into court on the very next court date, paid restitution in the amount of the items, and did not have to admit to any crime.
Result: PAY $3,685.00 TO BARNEY'S OF NEW YORK AND AVOID ADMITTING TO A FELONY OR MISDEMEANOR. NO PROBATION OR IMMIGRATION CONSEQUENCES.
