Tinton Falls NJ Shoplifting Lawyer

Shoplifting Attorneys in Tinton Falls NJ

Charged with shoplifting in Tinton Falls, New Jersey? If so, it is imperative that you speak to an experienced shoplifting defense attorney as soon as possible. New Jersey as a whole, including Tinton Falls, takes shoplifting charges very seriously. It seems like each and every year stores like Burberry, Brooks Brothers, Coach, Gap, Nike, Pacsun and Toys “R” Us have been spending more and more money to combat would be shoplifters. As a result of that, they tend to take a zero tolerance policy when it comes to shoplifters. Anyone convicted of shoplifting in Tinton Falls, whether it was at the Jersey Shore Premium Outlets or elsewhere, will be facing high fines, a criminal record, jail time and even potential deportation proceedings as well. If you have been arrested for shoplifting in Tinton Falls and you would like to speak to one of our New Jersey shoplifting defense attorneys about your options, then please feel free to contact us at (732) 856-9959.

At Proetta & Oliver we are well aware that for most people that are charged with shoplifting this will be their first time ever dealing with criminal justices system. As such, we are dedicated to using our experience to make this process as painless as possible. If you would like to set up a free consultation with one of our Tinton Falls shoplifting defense attorneys then please contact us at (732) 856-9959. We can sit down at our Middletown office and go over the specifics of your case and formulate a game plan that works best to suit your needs. We understand that no two clients let alone no two cases are the same. As such, we pride ourselves on being able to adapt our representation in order to fulfill your needs. If you have any questions whatsoever, please do not hesitate to contact us. Do not let a simple mistake or a misunderstanding ruin your future.

Where do I go to Court for a Shoplifting Charge in Tinton Falls?

Shoplifting is a rather complex offense and as such requires the assistance of an experienced New Jersey shoplifting defense attorney. Shoplifting charges can either be a felony or a misdemeanor and they can be litigated in either the Tinton Falls Municipal Court or the Monmouth County Superior Court. The dollar amount of the merchandise in question will dictate not only what degree a Defendant is charged with and what court they must appear in but also whether probation or jail time is the likely outcome. If a Defendant is charged with a disorderly persons offense, which is New Jersey’s version of a misdemeanor, then their charges will be litigated in the Tinton Falls Municipal Court. Conversely, if the Defendant is charged with a felony level shoplifting offense then their charges must be litigated in the Monmouth County Superior Courthouse, which is located in Freehold. Here is a breakdown of the different shoplifting degrees and the potential penalties if convicted.

2nd Degree Felony Shoplifting Charges

• The dollar amount of the merchandise is greater than $75,000.
  • If convicted, the Defendant will be facing the following penalties:
    • 10 years in prison;
    • $150,000 fine;
    • Felony criminal record
    • Community Service
    • Restitution

3rd Degree Felony Shoplifting Charges 

• The value of the merchandise is greater than $500 but less than $75,000.
  • Anyone convicted of this of this degree will be facing the following penalties:
    • 5 years in prison;
    • $15,000 fine;
    • Felony criminal record
    • Community Service
    • Restitution

4th Degree Felony Shoplifting Charges

• The dollar amount of the merchandise is greater than $200 but less than $500.
  • A Defendant convicted of this degree will be facing the following penalties:
    • 18 months in prison;
    • $10,000 fine;
    • Felony criminal record
    • Community Service
    • Restitution

Disorderly Persons Offense Shoplifting Offense

• The dollar amount of the merchandise is less than $200.
  • A Defendant convicted of this degree will be facing the following penalties:
    • 6 months in Jail;
    • $1,000 fine;
    • Criminal record
    • Community Service
    • Restitution

Shoplifting Lawyers in Tinton Falls NJ

If you have been summonsed to appear in the Tinton Falls Municipal Court for shoplifting, possession of burglary tools, robbery, fencing, receiving stolen property or theft of moveable property, the Law Offices of Proetta & Oliver can help. Our New Jersey shoplifting defense attorneys defended clients accused of shoplifting in the Tinton Falls Municipal Court and the Monmouth County Superior Court. So, if you have been charged with a felony or a misdemeanor level shoplifting offense in Tinton Falls, we can help. We fully understand what a criminal conviction for shoplifting can do to someone’s future, let alone a jail sentence. If you would like to speak to one of our shoplifting defense lawyers about your options then please contact us at (732) 856-9959. Our attorneys are available immediately for a free consultation.