Quote Originally Posted by Buddha Man
so, maybe the consequence for stealing the scale was getting ripped off with the weed?
That's not how karma works. His actions will have negative consequences as well. Namely, you likely won't purchase from him again.

The Brahma Net Sutra says:

"The second Major Precept prohibits stealing. A disciple of the Buddha must not steal by oneself, encourage others to steal, facilitate stealing, steal with mantras, or involve oneself in the causes, conditions, methods, or karma of stealing, to the extent that one must not deliberately steal the possessions of ghosts, spirits, or any other beingsā??all valuables and possessions, including such objects as small as a needle or a blade of grass. A Bodhisattva should give rise to a mind of filial compliance, kindness, and compassion toward the Buddha nature....If instead a Bodhisattva steals anotherā??s valuables or possessions, a Bodhisattva Parajika (major) offense is committed."