Theft by Deception: N.J.S. 2C:20-4 By Travis Tormey on February 12, 2011 Posted in Theft and Fraud Offenses Theft by Deception is governed by N.J.S. 2C:20-4 and is graded by the amount of the alleged theft involved. Continue Reading Theft by Deception: N.J.S. 2C:20-4