Category: Shoplifting
If you have been accused of shoplifting in New Jersey, you might wonder how serious the charge against you is. In most instances, shoplifting in New Jersey is categorized as a “disorderly persons offense,” roughly the equivalent of a misdemeanor in other states. But if the value of the…
It may be possible to have your shoplifting charge dismissed or lowered to a lesser offense. For example, in cases involving a first-time offense, your attorney could work with the prosecutor’s office to have the charge lowered to a municipal ordinance violation. Similarly, in cases involving a truly…
If you are accused of shoplifting, store owners or managers may simply ban you from their establishment. However, if you are arrested and convicted, the offense will most likely go on your criminal record. To avoid the serious negative impact this can have on your life, you should…
Some people see shoplifting as a harmless crime, but a shoplifting conviction could lead to jail time, fines, and a criminal record that follows you for years. Here are some frequently asked questions and answers our shoplifting lawyer gets about shoplifting in New Jersey: What Is The Penalty…
Shoplifting is not a minor offense in New Jersey. If you are convicted of shoplifting, you face a serious risk of going to jail. It will depend on the circumstances of the charge, including whether: The full retail value of the item (or items) that you allegedly stole…