Shoplifting Defense Attorneys in Woodbridge NJ

Woodbridge NJ Shoplifting Lawyer

The shoplifting defense lawyers at Proetta & Oliver routinely appear in the Woodbridge Municipal Court to defend clients accused of shoplifting. For the most part, a large majority of our shoplifting cases stem from incidents at the Woodbridge Center Mall, whether it be at Boscov’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, JCPenney’s, Macy’s, Lord & Taylor or Sears. As such, we have very good idea on what to expect when it comes to the potential evidence that may be presented against you. With that being said, over the years we have developed strong defense tactics in order to combat some of the evidence that may be presented against you.  If you would like to speak to one of our Woodbridge shoplifting defense lawyers about your options, then please contact us at (732) 856-9959.

The New Jersey shoplifting defense lawyers at Proetta & Oliver have a tremendous amount of experience when it comes to defending not only shoplifting charges but receiving stolen property, theft by deception, robbery, fencing and possession of burglary tools charges as well. Our attorneys fully understand what could have happen if these charges are not defended properly. Even for a first time offender, a shoplifting conviction drastically effect someone’s future. Not only could it saddle them with high fines and a permanent criminal record but it could also land them behind bars as well. If you have been charged with shoplifting at the Woodbridge Center Mall or like the Home Depot, ShopRite, Walmart, Lowe’s or Best Buy, Proetta & Oliver can help. If you would like to come into our Edison office and discuss your options then please contact us at (732) 856-9959. We can go over the specifics of your case and formulate a game plan that works best to defend your charges.

Charged with Shoplifting in the Woodbridge Center Mall?

As touched upon earlier, Proetta & Oliver deals with a tremendous amount of shoplifting charges each and every year out of the Woodbridge Center Mall. Based on the high volume of shoplifters that frequent the Woodbridge Center Mall each year they have decided to really ramp up their security. For the most part, each store has their own form of security, whether it be undercover security guards, video surveillance or special security devices attached to their merchandise. It seems as if these extra measures have only increased the number of shoplifting charges and not actually deterred individuals from shoplifting. As such, not only have they decided to increase their security but they have also decided to prosecute these charges to the fullest extent of the law. In fact, at one point the Township of Woodbridge even abolished a local law that would allow for shoplifting clients to obtain a very favorable non-criminal outcome. For those reasons, we strongly recommend that we speak to an experienced Woodbridge shoplifting defense lawyer about your options.

Is Shoplifting a Felony Offense in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, a shoplifting charge can either be a disorderly persons offense or a second, third or fourth degree felony offense. Pursuant to NJSA 2C:20-11b, which is the shoplifting statute in New Jersey, the dollar amount of the merchandise in question will dictate what degree a Defendant is charged with. That degree will also play a pivotal role in determining what type of sentence a Defendant receives. Here is a helpful chart that will breakdown not only the difference in the degree but also what the potential penalties might be.

Shoplifting Attorneys in Woodbridge NJ

At Proetta & Oliver we are well aware of the stress that most individuals feel when they accused of shoplifting. But we feel that hiring the right attorney, one who not only has extensive experience defending these types of charges but also has extensive experience dealing with the Woodbridge Municipal Court can go a long way to alleviating that stress. If you have been charged with shoplifting in Woodbridge, New Jersey, either at the Woodbridge Center Mall or at other stores like Toys “R” Us, Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy, Party City, Burlington Coat Factory, Wegmans, Lowe’s Home Improvement, ShopRite, DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, Hobby Lobby, HomeGoods, Big Lots, Staples, AutoZone, PetSmart, T.J. Maxx, Home Depot, ALDI, Marshalls and the Dollar Tree, we can help. If you would like to set up a free initial consultation with one of our New Jersey shoplifting defense attorneys, then please contact us at (732) 856-9959. Do not let a simple misunderstanding or a lapse in judgement ruin your life.