Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Theft by disception

My 18 yr. Old son was working at a casino & stole over $600 from his job. They gave him until jan.1st.To pay it back or they would press charges on him. My question is- how much time would he get if he can't pay the money back & it will be his first offence ever. He's never been in any kind of situration like this before.


Asked on 12/21/06, 3:40 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: Theft by disception

With a theft conviction he will not work for a casino again. He also will not work for a bank, insurance company, computer company or any company which does background checks. He MUST PAY

that money back NOW.

The crime of theft, with a value of over $500.00,

has a maximum sentence of five years in prison.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 12/21/06, 3:46 pm
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: Theft by disception

I suggest that he meet with a lawyer before he does anything. Please keep in mind that you cannot bargain with the State if they are not a part of the bargain. Thus, even if he pays the money back, it does not mean that the State cannot charge him. The fact is, the money was still stolen. He needs to handle this very carefully so I would suggest he get an attorney to guide him through the process.

My initial consultations are always free and I have an office in Toms River. Feel free to call me at 732/247/3340 to discuss the case in more detail.

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Answered on 12/21/06, 4:38 pm
Ronald Aronds Law Office of Ronald Aronds, LLC

Re: Theft by disception

The amount of money at issue makes this a potential third degree crime, which carries a maximum time of five years in state prison. As a first offender he is likely not looking at that much time, but the presumptive sentence does call for at least some time in prison. I am an attorney who has handled many cases similar to yours in various courts in New Jersey in the past. Please contact me if charges are brought against your son. I never charge for simply talking to a person about their case. Thank you.

Sincerely yours, -Ronald Aronds, Esq.-

www.njworkerscompensationlaw.com

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Answered on 12/21/06, 5:18 pm


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