New Jersey Shoplifting Charge Defense Attorney
Scotch Plains Petty Theft Lawyer
Conviction of felony or misdemeanor shoplifting charges can result in serious penalties. The charges and consequences will depend upon the value of the stolen merchandise. If you have been arrested for petty theft or shoplifting, or if your son or daughter has been arrested on shoplifting charges, turn to Bramnick, Rodriguez, Mitterhoff, Grabas & Woodruff for experienced legal help.
At the law firm of Bramnick, Rodriguez, Mitterhoff, Grabas & Woodruff, our attorneys have the experience you need. For more than 25 years, we have been protecting the rights of people throughout New Jersey. We have helped countless people who have found themselves facing shoplifting charges, and we can help you too. Call us today at (908) 322-7000 for a free consultation.
What Is a Shoplifting Offense?
Under New Jersey law, a shoplifting offense can include any of the following:
- Taking merchandise without paying the full retail price
- Concealing the merchandise with the intent to deprive the owner of its full value
- Altering, transferring or removing the label or price tag of any merchandise with the intent to deprive the owner of its full value
- Transferring merchandise from one container to another with the intent of depriving the owner of its full value
- Under-ringing merchandise
- Removing a shopping cart without intending to return it
Our attorneys are prepared to build a strong defense on your behalf, whether you are facing a disorderly person offense for merchandise worth less than $200, a fourth degree offense for merchandise between $200 and $500, a third degree offense for merchandise between $500 and $75,000 or a second degree offense for merchandise valued at $75,000 or more. Disorderly person offenses are handled in Municipal Court ; second, third and fourth degree offenses are handled in each county's Superior Court.
Our law firm is committed to securing the best possible result on your behalf. A fourth degree offense carries penalties of up to 18 months in prison and a $10,000 fine. We strive to have charges reduced whenever possible, minimizing the consequences of a conviction.
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Are you facing shoplifting charges? Contact us today to learn how we can start helping you immediately.
