Things just got potentially tougher for individuals charged with auto theft crimes in New Jersey. To combat high auto theft trends, lawmakers recently brought new car theft legislation to the table. While critics contend that the four new auto theft laws do not address the underlying reasons for such crimes, nor appropriately address the issue, […]

Sales Tax Not a Factor in Your NJ Shoplifting Sentence, Appellate Court Says How does sales tax relate to charging decisions for shoplifting offenses? The Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, decided that a court may not include sales tax in the value of shoplifted goods for grading and sentencing purposes. In State of New […]

Charged with Stealing Packages from Outside Someone’s House in NJ? The Consequences Just Increased As online consumption continues to surge, so does package theft. A recent survey conducted by a home security organization estimates that Americans lost nearly 210 million packages to thieves, an estimated 5.4 billion annual loss. In response, a rising number of states have […]

Someone at a Store Accused You of Stealing? Know What to do and What to Avoid Doing Shoplifting might seem like a minor offense that is typically committed by kids, but the truth is that shoplifting is still considered a theft crime – and it is taken very seriously by NJ law enforcement and prosecutors. […]

So you were accused of shoplifting and are now embroiled in the criminal justice system in New Jersey. Concerns? I’m sure you have questions. Educating yourself about your options may allay some of your fears and help you make the best decisions about how to handle your case. For example, your potential alternatives to a […]

Shoplifting Defense Lawyers in Fort Lee, New Jersey Whether you are shopping along Main Street, or checking out new cell phones near Linwood Plaza, you know that Fort Lee is one of the busiest places in Bergen County, New Jersey. In fact, because of its prime location at the foot of the George Washington Bridge, […]