Category Archives: Theft
What Is the Difference Between Auto Theft and Joyriding in New Jersey?
Crimes generally have two aspects: the act and the mental state. If you have been arrested for “taking a car,” your mental state can be the difference between a charge of grand theft auto and the lesser charge of joyriding. To charge you with grand theft auto, the prosecution must prove that you intended to… Read More »
What You Should Know About Receiving Stolen Property in NJ
Whenever you buy something second hand or used, you are receiving an item of which you don’t know the entire history. While these transactions are usually harmless, there are times that you might wonder if you are receiving an item that has been stolen — and what kind of trouble you could be in if… Read More »