Theft - Larceny

It depends on the value of the Shoplifting offense. If it is a 2nd degree, 3rd degree, or 4th degree Shoplifting, a Defendant would be entitled to a criminal jury trial.

If you need assistance with a criminal matter, call Attorney Matthew Reisig at 732-625-9661.

The amount of the items that were stolen determines the grade of the shoplifting charge. It is a Disorderly Persons offense if the full retail value is less than $200.00.

Shoplifting is 4th degree if the full retail value is at least $200.00 but not more than $500.00.

Shoplifting is 3rd degree if the full retail value exceeds $500.00 but is less than $75,000.00.

Also, Shoplifting is 3rd degree if it is characterized as an organized retail theft enterprise and the full retail value is less than $1,000.00.

Shoplifting is 2nd degree if the full retail value is $75,000.00 or more.

In addition, it is also 2nd degree if the Shoplifting occurs with an organized retail theft enterprise and the full retail value is $1,000.00 or more.

If you need assistance with a shoplifting charge in NJ., call Attorney Matthew Reisig at 732-625-9661.

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