Understanding New Jersey Municipal Court Offenses
June 4, 2020
New Jersey classifies criminal offenses as indictable, disorderly persons offenses, or petty disorderly persons offenses. Further, the Municipal Courts hear cases for disorderly persons offenses, petty disorderly persons offenses, motor vehicle tickets, and violations of town ordinances. Generally, violations of town ordinances are not considered criminal offenses and can often be a favorable way to resolve a criminal or quasi-criminal case. This is particularly true when seeking to avoid a ... Read More»
Linden Disorderly Conduct Offenses
May 13, 2020
Disorderly Conduct Attorney in Linden NJ
As a busy city, there are many places in Linden where people may be within ear shot, providing cause for disorderly conduct charges if improper behavior or offensive language occurs. Contrary to popular belief, a charge of disorderly conduct is not simply a “summons” or a “ticket” that you can pay online and forget about. In fact, disorderly conduct is a petty disorderly persons offense that requires you to attend Linden Municipal Court and answer ... Read More»
Union NJ Disorderly Persons Offenses
April 29, 2020
Disorderly Persons Offense Attorneys in Union Township NJ
If you have received a notice to appear in Union Township Municipal Court, you may have been charged with a disorderly persons offense or petty disorderly persons offense. Such offenses, whether you are found guilty or not, will be listed on your criminal history when a background check is run, and can have negative consequences both now and in the future. Criminal complaints filed or downgraded to Union Township Municipal Court are ... Read More»
Linden Disorderly Persons Offense Attorney
April 2, 2020
Disorderly Persons Offense Lawyers in Linden NJ
If you have been charged with disorderly persons offense in the City of Linden, you are best advised not to simply plead guilty without knowing what it means and what you can potentially do to avoid a conviction. On countless occasions, we see people pleading guilty to a disorderly persons offense in Linden Municipal Court before having their case thoroughly reviewed by an experienced criminal defense attorney. Whether you have been charged ... Read More»