I think it makes sense. If the penalty for stealing is just paying for the item there's no incentive not to try it. Worst case it's like you bought the item. Pa

I think it makes sense. If the penalty for stealing is just paying for the item there's no incentive not to try it. Worst case it's like you bought the item. Pay for it and return it, there's a downside while still keeping it a slap on the wrist.