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Theft & Fraud

Theft occurs when an individual takes another individual’s property without permission and with the intent to keep it.

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Theft & Robbery

Charges That Escalate Quickly

Prosecutors and Judges take Theft and Robbery related offenses very seriously. By Statute, even first time offenders face lengthy prison sentences for Robbery.

If you have been arrested or charged with Theft or Robbery you need to speak with Joel Silberman as soon as possible. Related charges include shoplifting and fraud.

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How the Charge Is Graded

Theft, Robbery and Armed Robbery

The same incident can be charged at three very different levels. What separates them is force:

Theft

Theft occurs when an individual takes another individual’s property without permission and with the intent to keep it.

Robbery

Theft is upgraded to Robbery when the individual taking the property uses or threatens to use force in order to take the property.

Armed Robbery

Robbery is upgraded to Armed Robbery when the individual taking the property uses or threatens the use of a deadly weapon or when they cause someone serious injury while taking the property.

Defending the Charge

Defenses and Sentencing Consequences

Defenses

Innocence

Constitutional Defenses

Prosecution has insufficient evidence to satisfy their burden

Sentencing Consequences

Sentencing can range from Probation to Imprisonment

Fines

Restitution

From Our Files

A Robbery Case We Handled

The Charge

Strong armed robbery, Superior Court of New Jersey

The Outcome

Reduced to a town ordinance for a noise violation

2nd Degree Robbery Case

Client was charged with a strong armed robbery in the Superior Court of New Jersey and was being held on $100,000 cash only bail. Upon our first appearance the bail was reduced to $100 and the matter was remanded to the Jersey City Municipal Court where the charges were further reduced to town ordinance for a noise violation.

Disclaimer: “Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.”

In Their Words

What Clients Say

“I cannot recommend Joel Silberman, Criminal Defense Lawyer, highly enough! As someone dealing with extreme anxiety and facing the court system for the first time, I was incredibly overwhelmed. From our first meeting, Joel’s empathetic and understanding nature made me feel like I was talking to a friend rather than just a lawyer. He managed to bring my anxiety down to zero and, most importantly, he got my misdemeanor case dismissed with a clean record. If you want a lawyer who truly cares and delivers results, there is simply no one else like him. I will forever only trust him and will recommend him to my family and friends! You can tell he breathes, eats, and sleeps thinking about law! He is extremely passionate about defending others.” – Solangy Perez

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“In my opinion, Joel is an exceptional attorney. I have no hesitation in recommending your professional legal services and I commend you on how friendly, accessible and efficient you are.” – Rogers

“I had a wonderful experience with Joel. He was the best attorney and friend I could have ever come into contact with. Joel saved my life and my family from total and utter destruction. Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into my son’s case.” – Stephen

“Joel is an outstanding defense lawyer! Very proactive, reliable, quick and he defends his client vigorously. Not only had he saved me, but also my time and money from the endless court fees, fines and other expenses as well.”- Christopher