Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Re: Attempted Theft by Deception (Stolen Credit Card)

It sounds like he would only be facing probation, based on the limited facts I know. I would be very happy to help. You can call my office for a free phone consultation at 201-646-9600.

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Re: Attempted Theft by Deception (Stolen Credit Card)

There are way tooooooooo many variables here to give you any good information. Your friend has to contact a lawyer. Depending upon the facts (priors, record since, if you have a witness to the $$ owed, if the card used belonged to the guy his girlfriend, mother, etc.) perhaps you can fight the original guilty plea. In any event, voluntary attempts to clear this up are meaningful, and have a good chance of getting cooporation from the prosecutor.

Re: Attempted Theft by Deception (Stolen Credit Card)

No attorney is going to be able to guarantee the ultimate sentence in a case like this because there are alot of variables. I strongly suggest that he contact an attorney and begin the process of resolving the matter. Affirmative efforts to clear it up will go a long way in the eyes of the court. Contact me if you need assistance. [email protected]

Re: Attempted Theft by Deception (Stolen Credit Card)

Your friend may not be in such bad shape. The original sentence that he agreed to is the likely new sentence. However, his years as a fugitive do count as another crime.

If he has stayed clear of the law in the last 13 years, he should be ok. The fact that he is trying to clean-up is a factor working for him.

however, the DA refuses to talk or make any deals on these types of cases before the fellow turns himself in.

I recommend contacting a lawyer to make the transition from fugitive to citizen as smooth as possible.

To reassure you, he will not be sentenced to life in jail or anything like that. Its just a second crime to go with the first and will not be treated any differently than any other crime is treated. the judge will not throw the book at him for revenge. The judge will do the same thing in this case as in any other case ; the judge will determine if your friend is a current threat to society. If so, there will be jail time. If not, the judge will avoid a sentence of jail. The lack of crimes committed during the fugitive time suggests your friend is not a threat to society.

I hope I have alleviated your mind at least a little.

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