With the prices of most consumer goods continuing to climb, it can be hard for many New Jersey residents to buy food, clothing and other essential items. Still, because retail theft is a serious criminal offense in the Garden State, you probably want to think twice...
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Do self-checkout counters lead to false shoplifting charges?
Over the past decade, many retailers have installed numerous self-checkout machines to both increase the speed of transaction flow and reduce the payroll overhead for cashiers. Unfortunately, many of these stores have seen a dramatic increase in shrinkage tied to...
New Jersey shoplifting penalties
A shoplifting charge in New Jersey can become either a misdemeanor or felony case. The case's severity depends on the monetary value of the items stolen. The consequences of shoplifting can also vary greatly. Shoplifting defined Any act that includes an attempt to...
Is it illegal to write a bad check?
If you write a check in New Jersey for more money than you have in your account, you've officially written a bad check. Some people intentionally write bad checks to defraud others. However, some people write bad checks by accident, and by the time they realize what...
New Jersey residents accused of operating a stolen car ring
The New Jersey State Police have arrested six people who they believe stole Honda and Acura automobiles in Hudson, Union and Middlesex counties and then stripped them for parts. The arrests mark the end of an investigation that began in October 2019. Police say the...
National retailers back harsher shoplifting penalties
After George Floyd’s killing at Minneapolis police officers’ hands in May, huge retail companies issued strong statements denouncing the impact of systemic racism and police violence on Black communities. However, many of these companies’ actions contradict that...
