Morristown Shoplifting Defense Attorney
Shoplifters are rarely hardened criminals. They are usually just people who made an error in judgment or who were in the wrong place at the wrong time. At the Randolph, New Jersey, Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, LLC, we understand this. Our lawyers offer confidential, non-judgmental and effective representation for people charged with shoplifting in New Jersey.
When we take your shoplifting case, our goal is to resolve it effectively and efficiently. This has become harder to do in recent years. While shoplifting was once negotiable as a minor offense, New Jersey courts have made it more difficult to plea bargain theft offense cases. The result? Your lawyer must prepare for trial, building a thorough criminal defense that attacks the elements of the prosecution's case.
The Consequences of a Conviction Under New Jersey Shoplifting Law
People who are convicted of shoplifting face many different consequences, depending on their individual situations. A shoplifting conviction can cause problems with immigration and citizenship proceedings. It can also leave you with a criminal record and prevent you from working in retail. You will also not be allowed to enter Canada for the next five years. And, if you are charged with another crime in the future, prosecutors are likely to treat the subsequent crime more harshly.
To help our clients avoid the potentially harsh consequences of a shoplifting conviction, the lawyers at the Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, LLC take your defense very seriously. As former prosecutors as well as experienced defense lawyers, we are often able to negotiate the charge down to a Petty Disorderly Persons Offense or obtain a verdict of not guilty.
Contact a New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
Call an attorney at our office at 973-607-2774, toll free at 888-449-4913 or simply complete our online contact form. It's never a good idea to take the ostrich approach to your criminal defense — burying your head in the sand, hoping matters will go away on their own. We urge you to take action today by scheduling a free and confidential consultation at no obligation.
