Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Re: Shoplifting 2c:20-11b2

b. Shoplifting. Shoplifting shall consist of any one or more of the following acts:

(1) For any person purposely to take possession of, carry away, transfer or cause to be carried away or transferred, any merchandise displayed, held, stored or offered for sale by any store or other retail mercantile establishment with the intention of depriving the merchant of the possession, use or benefit of such merchandise or converting the same to the use of such person without paying to the merchant the full retail value thereof.

(2) For any person purposely to conceal upon his person or otherwise any merchandise offered for sale by any store or other retail mercantile establishment with the intention of depriving the merchant of the processes, use or benefit of such merchandise or converting the same to the use of such person without paying to the merchant the value thereof.

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Re: Shoplifting 2c:20-11b2

1. the civil penalty that the store is asking for is NOT instead of criminal charges. It may be worth paying it so the store doesn't sue you, but it will not stop the criminal prosecution.

2. Even though the charge is in superior court now, most prosecutors will downgrade a shoplifting charge that is for such a small amount of money. The charge will then go back to municipal court.

It is a good idea for you to speak directly with an attorney. Cal lme if you like at 877/688/3879

Re: Shoplifting 2c:20-11b2

You have to pay the $150.00 civil penalty and still deal with the criminal issue later.

Sincerely yours, -Ronald Aronds, Esq.-

www.njworkerscompensationlaw.com

Re: Shoplifting 2c:20-11b2

A conviction for shoplifting will seriously reduce your ability to get a good job and to pursue certain careers.

I can help you avoid a conviction for shoplifting.

Call me if you like.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

Re: Shoplifting 2c:20-11b2

I can't see how this is indictable. Regardless, you should see a good attorney right away to help you. I have four office in NJ and I'd be happy to fight for you. Call me at 732/247/3340 to discuss.