SHOPLIFTING

NJ SHOPLIFTING CHARGES

Shoplifting in New Jersey

Shoplifting is one of the most common crimes that people are arrested for in NJ. Although most do not view it as a serious offense, they ought to. After all, it is a misdemeanor to be caught stealing an item worth less than $200 and an indictable to be caught stealing an item worth over $200.

According to N.J.S.A. 2C:20-11, if you are convicted of shoplifting, not only could you face a fine, jail time, a criminal record, and loss of employment, but it could also affect your immigration status. Make sure to contact an experienced NJ criminal defense attorney who can help you avoid a shoplifting conviction and all of the fallout that comes along with one. Call today for your free consult 800-709-1131.