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  Pickpocketing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Pickpocketing is a crime, a form of larceny which involves the stealing of money and valuables from the person of a victim without their noticing the theft at the time.
Pickpockets and other thieves, especially those working in teams, sometimes apply distraction, such as asking a question, bumping into the victim, or deliberately dirtying the victim's clothing and then "helping" him/her to clean it.
Pickpocketing skills are also used by magicians, either to take an item from a spectator or to return it without their knowledge.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pickpocketing   (228 words)

  
 Bob Arno Interview   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Young pickpockets are nimble, quick, and daring, but lack experience in judging a victim and his or her reaction.
Pickpockets are usually impossible to break--in terms of revealing their techniques, who taught them, and who their fences are.
Pickpocketing, to a large extent, is a reflection and syndrome of this state of affairs.
www.bobarno.com /interview1.htm   (4022 words)

  
 Pickpocketing
Pickpocketing is a crime that is a form of larceny which involves the stealing of money and valuables off the person of a victim without them noticing.
Generally a pickpocketer is a poor person who is in desperate need of money.
It is also a skill used by magicians, where an item is taken from a person without their knowledge or returned to them without their knowledge.
www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/pi/Pickpocket.html   (96 words)

  
 RottenEggs.com - Pickpocketing Made easy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Pickpocketing is a simple and non-violent way to make some extra money.
Pickpocketing, even if its a simple snatch of opportunity, is all about getting the goods and vanishing.
This is a pickpockets dream come true, and one that shouldnt be passed.
www.efn.org /~outdc/folder/ppme.html   (5061 words)

  
 EN World - Morrus' D&D / d20 News & Reviews Site - Not Pickpocketing, but what?
The Pickpocketing skill seemed like it might be appropriate, but not quite.
Pickpocketing can only be used for coin sized objects (DC 10) or small objects (DC 20).
If this situation comes up again, I'm leaning toward using the grapple rules and requiring the attacker, or attackers, to grapple, establish a pin, and then once the pin is established, another successful contested grapple check would allow the taking of the worn or held item.
www.enworld.org /printthread.php?t=8434   (643 words)

  
 Pickpocket, Comedian, Entertainer, Lecturer Pickpockets and other Stree Crime, Bob Arno Pickpocket Supreme   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Pickpocket entertainer Bob Arno brings comedy as well as the serious side of pickpockets and other street crime.
In addition to pickpockets Bob reveals many other forms of rip-off, such as Bangkok jewelry scams, Hong Kong credit card counterfeiters, East European train muggers, Russian short-change artists, roving Pakistani and Filipino pickpocket gangs, and the sophisticated Colombian pickpocket gangs who tour American airports.
Serious lectures on pickpockets and street crime can be given as part of the comedy entertainment.
www.bobarno.com   (208 words)

  
 David Avadon : Magic, Sleight of Hand, Conjuring, Pickpocketing, Technical Advisor : Camera Tricks
David Avadon is the country's premier exhibition pickpocket, and one of the few masters in the world of this underground art.
He is an expert in the techniques and lore of street pickpockets.
If pickpocketing appears in your script, Avadon can stage encounters which are both realistic and imaginative.
www.davidavadon.com /camera.html   (541 words)

  
 Pickpocketing in Italy? - Topic Powered by eve community
Pickpocketing happens in a lot of places but of course as a tourist you may appear to be more of a target, and often your attention is not focused in the same way as it would be at home...you're looking around or trying to find directions, etc.
Some of the people on our bus have had pickpocket attempts, but avoided losing their money/id by being alert to the possibility and acting as though everyone you don't know could be a pickpocket.
Pickpockets exist the world around, I don't think any major city as the corner on the market.
boards.bootsnall.com /groupee/forums/a/tpc/f/94110832/m/62900815216   (1500 words)

  
 2.54.3 Pickpocketing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
A character can pickpocket a small item from another person if the character makes a dice roll using his/her Sleight of hand (including pickpocket specialism) + CO.
The victim will notice a pickpocket attempt if he/she makes a dice roll using his/her Sleight of hand (including pickpocket specialism) + PE.
The difficulty is equal to the dice roll result achieved by the pickpocket.
homepage.ntlworld.com /min.and.chris/aom/aom2sle3.htm   (150 words)

  
 Rune Tips :: Thieving Guide
Pickpocketing is the most basic and most used method of thieving.
Pickpocketing does not give you any thieving experience when you knock a villager out first, but you will get a few gold coins, and you will receive 8xp at the time you knock him out.
Two levels of Bandits are found in Pollnivneach, level 41 and level 56 (refer to the NPC table in the Pickpocketing section for more thieving information on these bandits).
tip.it /runescape/?page=thieving_guide.htm   (2976 words)

  
 New Suggestion: Something akin to pickpocketing - Black Cat Forums
The only issue is pickpocketing human guards, who know that they have something that the thieves need, could be extremely hard.
Pickpocketing cleanly would prove challenging, because all human guards run instead of walking.
Pickpocket could work if the guards would not be able to see if they have something on their belt or not.
forums.blackcatgames.com /showthread.php?t=431   (573 words)

  
 Theatrical Pickpocketing by Ravel $27.60
Like magic, pickpocketing requires certain skills but there are also secrets that make seemingly impossible steals well within the grasp of a competent magician.
With decades of professional experience as both a professional magician and pickpocket under his belt, Jimmy was the ideal person to bring the art of theatrical pickpocketing to the world of magic.
Includes a glossary of pickpocketing terms and a valuable list of additional books on or about pickpocketing.
www.magic.org /store/product_info.php?products_id=442   (495 words)

  
 Mind Reader, Speaking, Pickpocketing, Communication and Body Language
Keelan can demonstrate his psychological manipulation by the use of apparent psychological suggestion where audience member drains all their strength.
Watches will be pickpocketed, the paranormal and ESP will be tested when drawing are recreated and facts on non verbal communication and focus of attention will be the education.
In this fast-paced, televisual age, audience attending conferences, seminars or workshops increasingly demand to be entertained while being educated and inspired as well as informed.
www.keelanleyser.co.uk /keewebspeaking.htm   (289 words)

  
 Chicago Entertainer - Magician, Pickpocket & Comedian John Fabjance   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Because when John Fabjance combines world-class magic, comedy, and pickpocketing into a knockout performance for your special event, he'll make you look like a hero.
For over 25 years Fabjance has captivated audiences world-wide with sleight-of-hand magic, stunned them with seemingly-impossible feats of pickpocketing, and charmed them with his warmth and humor.
John's warmth, humor and astonishing close-up magic and pickpocketing is the perfect touch of class for private parties, holiday gatherings, banquets, or any place where 'up close and personal' is what counts.
www.magicmgmt.com /justforfun.html   (178 words)

  
 Azzor.com » Pickpocketing?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
i kind of never realy cared bout pickpocketing seemed a waste of time....
I've got almost 60 days played on my rogue and never encountered a 'lockbox' that drops greens, etc. I thought these were random world drops, you can however pickpocket junkboxes which contain a few coins (depending on mob level) and healing potions and/or food.
Yes but you can't pickpocket them, at least not from what I've experienced.
forums.azzor.com /showthread.php?t=9504   (291 words)

  
 Star Ocean 2: Pickpocketing
To pickpocket successfully, you must have three things: a) the Pickpocket ability, which is comprised of the Courage and Poker Face skills; b) either a Bandit's Glove or Magician's Hand accessory.
Since Pickpocketing lowers the Emotional Levels of all the characters in the party towards the pickpocketing character, it's best if you only pickpocket while in a Private Action.
The actual pickpocketing is done by going up to a person and pressing the Square button.
www.rpgclassics.com /shrines/psx/so2/pickpocket.shtml   (1185 words)

  
 A pickpocketing experience
A sign at a Metro station in many languages, to warn tourists of pickpocketers.
Pickpocketers are smart, but one always has to outsmart them by paying attention all around him all the time, and HIDE YOUR WALLET somewhere other than a normal place that unregistered people couldn't reach for it!
Trying to squeeze through the crowd and making my way to the rest of the market, all of the sudden someone grabbed my right wrist and lifted it up.
www.travelblog.org /Europe/Italy/Rome/blog-28878.html   (742 words)

  
 Decrease Your Pickpocketing Risk   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Because of its size and notoriety, our yearly festival may be attracting both professional pickpockets as well as the average snatch-and-run criminal.
These tips, he said, can help prevent pickpocketing as well as purse snatching.
Turner points out that "a good pickpocket can get it (your wallet), and some who aren't as good will use a razorblade to slit the bottom of the pocket so the wallet will fall into their waiting hands."
members.aol.com /khlisson/pickpocket.html   (493 words)

  
 Thottbot World of Warcraft: Site Comments > Quests > Klaven's Tower [2359] > Pickpocketing / Kla...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The first part of the quest involves pickpocketing the spiky undead guard (lvl24) who walks around the tower.
I don't know about everybody else (curious to know though), but I find it utterly impossible to pickpocket the guy (or most any other mob) while they are walking, because it is hard to keep pace and keep the exact same distance right behind them.
Sometimes he can resist the Pickpocket so be prepared to Dash your way out of there.
www.thottbot.com /?ccb=1&v=49524   (353 words)

  
 My Czech Republic Message Boards :: View topic - Valuables and pickpocketing
What I do is sew a pocket inside my jeans (inside the waistband so that I'm the only one that can access it) and keep my money, credit cards, even passport etc in that.
A pickpocketer is going to be less likely to come after your stuff if you appear to be watching out for them--they'll go after easier prey.
Some of my advice may seem like overkill, but my American friends who followed these common sense rules never got pickpocketed, whereas others who didn't follow got things stolen without even noticing until it was too late.
www.myczechrepublic.com /boards/viewtopic.php?p=1942   (583 words)

  
 Mass. News: Pickpocketing ring targeting state seniors
BOSTON (AP) - A pickpocketing ring that targets seniors has stolen tens of thousands of dollars from victims around the state during the last three months, the Boston Herald reported.
Police say the pickpockets are friendly, well-dressed and middle-aged.
In Woburn, pickpockets have stolen from at least a dozen people, including the wife of a police officer, who had her wallet taken while she was in a movie theater.
www.seacoastonline.com /2000news/4_8_sb2.htm   (378 words)

  
 Pickpocketing for Magicians eBook | Learn to Pick Pockets
New online edition of Eddie Joseph's classic book, "How to Pick Pockets," Pickpocketing for Magicians is a terrific introduction to the art.
The techniques outlined in this concise guide are based upon the basic principles of misdirection and diversion.
Using WinZip and Adobe's FREE Acrobat Reader, you'll be able to view and print PICKPOCKETING FOR MAGICIANS to any U.S. (8-1/2" x 11") or European A4 format laser or ink jet desktop printer.
www.trickshop.com /pickpocketing.html   (224 words)

  
 MASTERING THE ART OF PICKPOCKETING (DVD, NTSC/U.S. standard - Paladin Press   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Get an inside look at the forbidden art of pickpocketing and learn how both street criminals and professional illusionists use these skills to separate you from your property.
Featuring world-renowned pickpocketing master James Coats and criminologist/illusionist Nicholas Byrd, this DVD leads you step by step through the actual techniques of pickpocketing and stealing wallets, watches, belts, ties and other personal items without your target ever knowing it.
The mechanics of the technique, as well as the various tactics of misdirection and deception necessary to make it successful, are then explained in painstaking detail.
www.paladin-press.com /detail.aspx?ID=1344   (210 words)

  
 Pickpocketing - Beware - Info Hostels
Since pickpocketing is generally a problem in big cities, we would like to give you some travelling advice, so that you hopefully will get a fantastic trip with no complications.
In big cities like for example Rome, where the streets, metros and busses are filled with people and of course tourists, it will be like heaven for pickpockets, so be careful.
The typical tricks are accessible handbags or big pockets, as it is very easy for thieves to grab things if you for example are standning in a crowded bus, because you can't feel it, and no other around you will notice it.
www.infohostels.com /notizia.php?chiave=84   (217 words)

  
 Pickpocketing
Encyclopedia of Pickpocketing by Byrd and Coats This incredibly extensive library of pick pocketing effects is the perfect foundation for any act.
Mastering the Art of Pickpocketing - James Coats From renowned master of pickpocketing and star of Mastering the Art of Watch Stealing comes this exclusive step-by-step guide to pickpocketing!
The Watch Steal DVD with C. Brazil and C. Bach The Watch Steal is one of the most astonishing illusions in close-up magic.
www.my-magicshop.com /dvds/pickpocketing   (151 words)

  
 pickpocketing - Find, Compare, and Buy pickpocketing at Shopping.com
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 PICKPOCKETING 404   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Excuse me, but a beggar taking American Express is more than most people can either handle or tolerate.
This is nothing more than high-tech pickpocketing from the rich to give to the poor who in many cases, are either all too lazy to go get a job themselves - or worse, mentally ill folks who have either given up on themselves or know not where to seek the help they so desperately need.
It reminds me of a scene from Kansas City I saw in the early 1990’s.
www.american-partisan.com /rmag/rollins/040299.htm   (445 words)

  
 DAYTONA MAGIC DVD'S   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
This incredibly extensive library of pick pocketing effects is the perfect foundation for any act.
Nicholas Byrd and James Coats discuss body positioning, scope and spotting, patter, and the theories behind the physical touch that will allow you to successfully incorporate pickpocket entertainment into your show.
Pickpocketing in a straight jacket with 3 different escapes
www.daytonamagic.com /DVD/dvd101.htm   (358 words)

  
 EN World - Morrus' D&D / d20 News & Reviews Site - Pickpocketing
As a result, he continually pickpockets the other members of the party.
The other rogue suggested that she should have some sort of bonus to notice him trying to pick her pocket, since she has the skill herself.
The MUD Dragonrealms had a nice sytem for pickpocketing I rather liked: It was an opposed pickpocket rolls to see what you get from the person, and a second opposed Spot (as it would translate to DandD) vs. Pickpocket roll to see if you noticed.
www.enworld.org /showthread.php?t=48453   (2004 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | Technology | Pickpockets turn to technology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
But if you are not careful your handset could be revealing much more about you than you would like, such as your entire address book.
Security experts are warning that the Bluetooth short-range radio technology can leave people vulnerable to the hi-tech equivalent of pickpockets.
In laboratory tests researchers have managed to steal information including address books and images from handsets by exploiting shortcomings in Bluetooth security.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/technology/3276315.stm   (671 words)

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