theft prevention

Guarding against burglary

Theft prevention refers to measures taken to stop or reduce stealing.

The term covers everything from security cameras and alarm systems to inventory controls and anti-shoplifting tags.

Retailers invest heavily in theft prevention; so do homeowners and vehicle owners.

The store installed new theft prevention technology at all exits.

Opposites
protective vs. criminal action

theft preventiontheft

Unlawful taking of property

stealing · larceny · burglary · robbery · shoplifting

proactive vs. reactive response

theft preventionclaims processing

Handling insurance submissions

police investigation · damage control · restitution · asset recovery · insurance payout

security enablement vs. vulnerability creation

theft preventionaiding and abetting

Helping another commit crime

inside job · security breach

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G