Have You Been Charged With Shoplifting at a Paramus Mall?
Petty Theft and Grand Theft Charges
A common and recurrent charge throughout New Jersey is shoplifting. There are many types of shoplifting from concealment and altering or changing a price tag to purposely taking items from a store. Shoplifting violations are particularly frequent at the three malls in the Bergen County and Paramus areas. If you have been charged with shoplifting, you need an attorney as soon as possible. Do not take the charges lightly as there can be serious potential consequences, depending on the value of the alleged stolen items.
Criminal defense attorney Jay M. Arnesen is a former police officer who provides experienced representation in Bergen County, Passaic County, Hudson County and throughout New Jersey. If you are facing shoplifting charges it is crucial that you speak with a Paramus shoplifting charges attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights, freedom and criminal record.
Schedule a free initial consultation at the Law Office of Jay M. Arnesen. Please contact us online immediately or call us at 201-546-5777 or toll free at 877-242-7920.
New Jersey Penalties for Shoplifting
Having an effective and skilled criminal defense attorney like Jay M. Arnesen is vital to protecting yourself against severe penalties. In New Jersey, even a disorderly persons shoplifting charge for items valued at less than $200 can mean up to six months in jail.
Other shoplifting charge penalties in New Jersey include:
- Fourth degree shoplifting: Items valued between $200 to $500; felony offense; up to 18 months' incarceration and a $10,000 fine
- Third degree shoplifting: Items valued between $500 to $75,000; felony offense; up to five years' incarceration
- Second degree shoplifting: Items valued at $75,000 or more; felony offense; five to 10 years' incarceration
The value of alleged items stolen is not the only factor in determining the seriousness of a shoplifting charge. Items at a lesser value can still mean a second degree charge if the act was part of an organized theft enterprise. Additionally, community service can also be imposed.
Schedule a Free Initial Consultation With a Bergen County Retail Theft Lawyer
Discuss your shoplifting charge with an experienced Paramus shoplifting charges lawyer. The Law Office of Jay M. Arnesen offers free initial consultations. Contact us online or call us at 201-546-5777 or toll free at 877-242-7920.
