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Antishoplifting or inventory control device countermeasure in New Jersey Criminal Law

Current through 2026 New Jersey legislative session

In New Jersey criminal law, “Antishoplifting or inventory control device countermeasure” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the New Jersey criminal code.

What does “Antishoplifting or inventory control device countermeasure” mean in New Jersey criminal law?

"Antishoplifting or inventory control device countermeasure" means any item or device which is designed, manufactured, modified, or altered to defeat any antishoplifting or inventory control device; (11) "Organized retail theft enterprise" means any association of two or more persons who engage in the conduct of or are associated for the purpose of effectuating the transfer or sale of shoplifted merchandise. b. (N.J.S.A. 2C:20-11)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.