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    Default If the Police Aren't Called and You Pay a Civil Demand, Do You Still Go to Court

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: new jersey

    Today I received the civil demand of $150 which I paid right away I got caught shoplifting in kohls on 10/20/13 no police were called and the merchandise was return for $50. I just want to know if no police was involved and the civil demand is paid will I still receive any notice to go to court. the lp told me if I pay I wont have to face court. but im still nervous.

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    Default Re: If the Police Aren't Called and You Pay a Civil Demand, Do You Still Go to Court

    If no report is made to the police, then charges won't be filed.

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    Default Re: If the Police Aren't Called and You Pay a Civil Demand, Do You Still Go to Court

    Quote Quoting Mr. Knowitall
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    If no report is made to the police, then charges won't be filed.

    can they make a report after I left? that's what im scare that they send a report after I left and I'll receive a court letter letting me know that I have to present myself to court sooner or letter.

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    Default Re: If the Police Aren't Called and You Pay a Civil Demand, Do You Still Go to Court

    They can, however, if they have not attempted to involve them while you were there and you pay the civil demand, they usually let it go.

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    Default Re: If the Police Aren't Called and You Pay a Civil Demand, Do You Still Go to Court

    Yes, they can. Whether they will or not is unknown.

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