What Should I Do if I am Arrested for Shoplifting in the State of New Jersey?
If you are arrested for shoplifting in New Jersey, it is advised that you consult with a lawyer. The criminal defense attorneys at Bramnick, Rodgriquez, Mitterhoff, Grabas, and Woodruff, L.L.C., are skilled at representing individuals who have been arrested for shoplifting. Attorneys Casey Woodruff, Gary Grabas, and Robert Rowbotham, II. are former prosecutors, whose experience as prosecutors have given them insight into the prosecution of shoplifting offenses. Jon Bramnick is a Certified Civil Trial Lawyer with over 30 years of trial experience.
If you would like to schedule a free consultation to discuss shoplifting offenses, contact us at: (908) 322-7000.
How Serious of a Crime is Shoplifting in New Jersey?
Shoplifting is a serious offense in the State of New Jersey, where the severity of the offense is based on the value of stolen merchandise as listed below.
- Disorderly Persons: under $200
- 4th Degree : $200- $500
- 3rd Degree: $500-$75,000
- 2nd Degree: $75,000 and above
What are the Penalties for Shoplifting in New Jersey?
Prosecutors are required by the state of New Jersey to prosecute all shoplifting cases, even if the defendant is not represented by counsel. Penalties for shoplifting are determined by the degree of offense, where 2nd Degree offenses are prosecuted more seriously than 3rd degree offenses and so forth. Punishments may include fines and/or temporary imprisonment, where first time offenses are prosecuted less harshly than subsequent offenses. While individual prosecution of a shoplifting offense is determined on a case by case basis and by the respective prosecutor.
Where will I be tried if Arrested for Shoplifting in Far Hills?
If you are arrested for shoplifting in Far Hills, your case will be handled in either Far Hills Municipal court or Somerset County Superior Court depending on the value of the merchandise. Far Hills Municipal Court handles cases where the amount of merchandise taken totals less than $200. The Honorable Robert K. Hornby presides over the Court, which is located at 6 Prospect Street. All other cases are handled in Somerset County Superior Court, located at 20 North Bridge Street in Somerville.
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