If a clothing store customer takes a pair of pants from the rack, removes all of the external sales tags, and then approaches the sales clerk or a refund, what crime may be charged?

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The act of removing sales tags and attempting to get a refund for an item not purchased constitutes theft, as it involves the intent to unlawfully take property or gain an advantage by deceit.

If a Clothing Store Customer Takes a Pair of Pants