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Lawrence Twp. Shoplifting Defense Attorney

If you have been charged with shoplifting in Lawrenceville, the New Jersey shoplifting defense attorneys at Proetta & Oliver can help. Shoplifting is one of those complex crimes that can either be considered a felony (indictable) or a misdemeanor (disorderly persons offense). The difference between the two not only clarifies the potential penalties that someone faces but it also clarifies what court will have jurisdiction over the case. The Lawrence Municipal Court has original jurisdiction over all disorderly persons offense (misdemeanor) shoplifting offenses that occur within the township. So if you have been accused of shoplifting at the Quaker Bridge Mall, at stores like Macy’s, Lord&Taylor, Sears, Sephora or at one of the many stores up and down Route 1, like ShopRite, Toys”R”US, CVS, Staples or Petco, then your charges will be litigated in the Lawrence Municipal Court provided the value of the merchandise was less than $200. However, if you are accused of shoplifting more than $200 at a store located within the township then the charges must be transferred to the Mercer County Superior Court, which is located in Trenton for disposition. As you can see, shoplifting offenses, although on their face seem straightforward, are in reality rather complex. That is why we strongly recommend that if you or a loved one has been accused of shoplifting in Lawrenceville, that you seek the assistance of a shoplifting defense attorney as soon as possible.

The shoplifting defense attorneys at Proetta & Oliver fully comprehend the stress that most feel after they have been placed under arrest for shoplifting. We also understand that for most, this will be the very first time that they will need to deal with the judicial system.  That is why at Proetta & Oliver we are dedicated to trying to make this process as painless as possible. Unlike what tends to occur at most larger firms, at Proetta & Oliver your file will not simply just be passed off to some associate to handle the case. Mr. Oliver, one of the firms founding partners, personally handles all shoplifting matters that arise out of Mercer County, which includes matters out of Lawrence. At our firm, we feel that regardless of the severity of the charges, our clients deserve personalized attention. If you would like to set up a free initial consultation today with Mr. Oliver, please feel free to contact our office at (732) 856-9959. We are available immediately for a free consultation. Do not let a simple misunderstanding or lapse in judgement jeopardize your future.

Shoplifting Lawyers that Serve Lawrence New Jersey

Shoplifting is an all to common offense for the Lawrenceville Municipal Court. As such, they are dedicated to aggressively prosecuting these types of cases in order to try and deter would be shoplifters. In addition to that, the Quaker Bridge Mall and major stores like Macy’s, Lord&Taylor, JCPenney, Sear’s, Sephora and GameStop spend a significant amount of money each and every year on their loss prevention units in order to combat would be shoplifters. That is why we strongly recommend that if you or a loved one has been accused of shoplifting, possession of burglary tools, fencing, receiving stolen property or robbery in Lawrence, that you speak to an experienced shoplifting defense attorney. A conviction for shoplifting could not only land a Defendant behind bars for up to a decade but it could also have serious immigration consequences as well since it is considered a crime of moral turpitude. If you would like to speak to one of our shoplifting lawyers today, then please contact us at (732) 856-9959.