theIPU

No, I wouldn't have reacted much differently because I'm skeptical and I highly doubt they would do something such as that even if they announced it. However, if they were actually going to commit a crime as serious as that I would have reported it because there is a qualitative difference between taking something and murdering somebody.

theIPU

No, I wouldn't have reacted much differently because I'm skeptical and I highly doubt they would do something such as that even if they announced it. However, if they were actually going to commit a crime as serious as that I would have reported it because there is a qualitative difference between taking something and murdering a human being.

theIPU

Good for you

No it is not MY house it is my dad's house and I did not invite the people over either.

Exactly, THEY were doing something illegal, not me. So why am I in trouble? huh? HUH?

So you're telling me that my staying out of a criminal situation is wrong?

If this is true then why should telling my parents that the kids stole something matter?

Uh, wouldn't they be allowing illegal action because they were "on watch" using that "logic"? I have a definite right to be concerned that I'm being punished for avoiding a criminal situation.[/B][/QUOTE]
(yes, even if they simply brought the "goods" back to your house) [/B][/QUOTE] Again, It is not MY house.

I wouldn't be pissed at my little brother for avoiding a criminal situation and even trying to stop it. I would be pissed at the little kids who stole the bird because THEY STOLE it, not my little brother.

No, that is not what happened in this situation. I reported the kids once I found out people were searching for the stolen item. I didn't just sit there while people were looking for it keeping my mouth shut.

No, the Catholic Church is responsible for their priests. I'm not responsible for some stupid kids that my mother invited over. Oh, and there's a qualitative difference between oh anal raping a little boy and taking something.

I didn't commit the crime, I avoided a criminal situation, I did nothing. So how could I have done something wrong if I didn't do anything.

trillian [/B][/QUOTE]

Nowhere357

To murder is to take a life, a form of stealing. Yes there is a huge difference in degree.

But the fact is, awareness of a crime give you responsibility. Legally, you are an accessory after the fact, and can be held criminally liable (as an adult).

Now, the situation you described is relatively minor, and I don't think you were necessarily immoral to keep quiet. However, you made the decision to do so, and must therefore take your lumps.

Also, on a side note, your home was purchased by your father - but still it is your home. Every right carries a corresponding responsibility - your right to live at home gives you the responsibility to act appropriately. If thieves are in your house, it is your problem, as well as your father's.