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Shoplifting and Theft

New Jersey’s Municipal Courts have taken a very tough stance on shoplifting and theft.

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Shoplifting & Theft

A Tough Stance in Municipal Court

New Jersey’s Municipal Courts have taken a very tough stance on shoplifting and theft.

Where the value involved is small enough, the case stays in municipal court rather than going to Superior Court — but a conviction there still leaves a criminal record.

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What You Are Facing

Penalties at the Municipal Level

Both of these offenses, if charged at the municipal level because they involve less than $200, are punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a fine of up to $1000.

The value involved is what decides where the case is heard, so it is worth establishing early — and a charge that stays in municipal court is a very different proposition from one that does not.

under $200 keeps it in municipal court
180 days maximum jail time
$1000 maximum fine
From Our Files

Shoplifting and Theft Cases We Have Handled

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The Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC has successfully defended a plethora of shoplifting and theft related cases. Our results have included dismissals for numerous clients as well as negotiated agreements in which our clients have avoided a criminal record.

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

In Their Words

What Clients Say

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

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Charged With Shoplifting or Theft?

A municipal court conviction still leaves a criminal record. Call The Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC at 201-420-1913 or email us at joel@joelsilbermanlaw.com. Consultations are free and confidential.

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