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Shoplifting

Representing People Charged with Shoplifting and Other Theft Crimes

Many people are unaware of the serious penalties of shoplifting. They shoplift because of an error in judgment, youthful indiscretion or simple boredom. Some shoplift because of more serious underlying problems. Others are simply wrongly accused.

Regardless of your situation, one thing is true: if you have been arrested for shoplifting, you should work with an attorney — like the attorneys at Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC — who can protect your interests. In New Jersey, the penalty for shoplifting and other types of theft charges depend on the amount of money or value of items alleged to have been stolen. If the value is less than $200.00, the case is handled in Municipal Court. Cases for all other amounts are prosecuted by the county prosecutor in Superior Court. Penalties can include jail, probation and community service.

At Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC, we aggressively defend against shoplifting charges by using all legal tools and strategies available under the law. Let our Hackensack, New Jersey, law firm determine if you are eligible for a diversionary program which will eventually permit the judge to dismiss your case. Let us see if we can reduce the charges. Let us challenge the evidence and charges at trial.

Theft

We also handle a wide range of theft crimes in courts throughout Northern New Jersey and the New York City metro area. Regardless of your situation, you can call us for help.

  • Theft by deception
  • Fraud
  • Theft from an employer
  • Robbery

The Representation That is Right for You

Our Hackensack, New Jersey, law firm combines the work of experienced attorneys who are former prosecutors. Although we now focus exclusively on criminal defense, our past experience gives us an inside perspective on how prosecutors build their cases.

We fight for our clients. But we understand that a win means different things to different people. Sometimes it means a quick settlement that minimizes the effects of a criminal charge. Other times, it means taking your case to trial to prove your innocence.

At Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC, we analyze the law and facts of the case. We take time to talk with you about the effect of a criminal charge on your life, family and job. Together, we develop a strategy that helps you achieve the results that are best for you.

To get started, contact the lawyers at Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC by calling 201-342-8555 or by completing our online contact form to schedule a free initial consultation about your criminal defense.

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Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC
79 Main Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: 201-342-8555
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Satellite Office in New York
172 East 161 Street
Bronx, New York 10451
Phone: 212-414-4330
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Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC is located in Hackensack, New Jersey (NJ), and serves clients throughout Northern New Jersey and New York in places including Teaneck, Englewood, Paramus, Bergenfield, Paterson, Garfield, Moonachie, Little Ferry, Ridgefield Park, Palisades Interstate Parkway, Edgewater, Dumont, Ridgewood, Fair Lawn, Bogota, Hasbrouck Heights, Fort Lee, Passaic, Lodi, Bergen County, Passaic County, Essex County and Hudson County.