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My employer accuses me of theft of product stock in warehouse


16-Jul-2025 (In Criminal Law)
My company is trying to accuse me of product pilferage or theft on the basis of huge stock shortage (over 80 lacs rupees) discovered in stock audit report. I am completely innocent and have no role in disappearance of products. Since I am in-charge/manager of the department I look after (fulfilment warehouse) and have my signatures on material receipt goods bill as an acknowledgement of receipt, I have been being blamed for the theft of goods.
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Answer #1
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Sir, I can definitely help you but will need some details. 1. Any proceedings being initiated by the employer ? 2. Did they serve you with any formal communication wrt pilferage ? 3. Your employment agreement and details of duites. It's advisable to contact me and provide details to assist you better.
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Answer #2
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Greetings of the day Being in-charge or signing documents does not make you directly liable for the offence. You can save your job information showing that SOPs does not include your role. You can apply for anticipatory bail if the company is taking legal actions against you or filing a FIR. Thank you
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Answer #3
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If you are being falsely implicated, immediately collect all evidence showing you followed procedures (emails, CCTV, staff logs, GRNs, etc.). Your signature on goods receipt only confirms delivery, not the final stock count. An audit shortage does not directly imply theft unless mala fide is proven. File a detailed written explanation with HR and management, and consider filing a police complaint or anticipatory bail if FIR is lodged. Consult a local criminal lawyer to safeguard your rights.
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Answer #4
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Don't give any written or verbal statement without legal guidance, no explanations, no assumptions, and definitely no admissions. Stick strictly to facts if pressed. If the company files or threatens to file a police complaint, contact a lawyer immediately. Be ready to apply for anticipatory bail if needed and challenge any FIR based on lack of evidence. Reach out to me directly for further instructions on how to proceed.
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Answer #5
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If you are afraid that your company might register a FIR against you regarding the theft that is mentioned in the question then it's advisable for you to first of all approach the court and apply for the anticipatory bail for yourself.
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