While you will be presumed innocent until proven guilty, a mere allegation can have far-reaching consequences on your life. The impact is even worse if you get convicted, as you may face steep fines or even jail time, not to mention the social stigma you and your loved ones may endure.
If you have been charged with a crime in Weehawken, read on to find out how Anthony Carbone, an expert Weehawken Criminal Defense Attorney, can help you.
Criminal Offence Cases We Handle
Attorney Anthony Carbone believes in the principle that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. He provides aggressive and passionate legal representation for clients charged with a wide range of crimes and has extensive experience handling the following cases:
- Traffic crimes, such as speeding, reckless driving, and running a red light
- Drunk driving, or driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) or above .08 percent
- Crimes involving minors, such as underage drinking and truancy
- Drug offenses, such as drug trafficking, manufacturing, or distribution
- Violent crimes, such as aggravated assault and battery
- Sex crimes, like sexting and date rape
- Theft crimes, such as shoplifting, extortion, or burglary
- Probation or parole violation
If you get convicted of any of these crimes, your life and reputation could suffer significant or permanent damage. Attorney Carbone will work on ensuring your charges are reduced or eliminated.
Indictable Crimes in New Jersey
In New Jersey, indictable crimes are similar to felonies and tend to carry more severe punishments than disorderly person charges. A conviction will usually hold a jail term of at least one year, with the punishment going as high as life imprisonment. Under New Jersey law, Indictable crimes are classified into degrees as follows:
- First-degree crime like rape, manslaughter, or murder
- Second-degree crime, like burglary, sex offenses, and drug crimes
- Third-degree crime, such as arson and some robbery offenses
- Fourth-degree, such as stalking
Most white-collar crimes are classified as second-degree indictable crimes, with a typical punishment of up to 10 years in prison and a $15,000 fine.
Why Should You Hire a Defense Attorney?
Anthony Carbone is an experienced Weehawken Criminal Defense Attorney who believes that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. If you hire him to represent you, his main focus will be to investigate your charges and get them thrown out or reduced, or eliminated at trial.
Attorney Carbone will also advise you on the best steps to take during your case to ensure a positive outcome. He will answer any questions about whether you should take a plea bargain or accept a light sentence. Simply put, he will guide you through the entire process.
Talk to a Weehawken Criminal Defense Attorney
Anthony Carbone, an expert Weehawken Criminal Defense Attorney, has been defending the rights of criminal defendants in New Jersey for over 3 decades. He is familiar with the criminal court systems and has extensive experience applying various legal strategies to get your charges reduced or eliminated.
With his 30 years of experience, attorney Carbone can guide you through the entire process of clearing your name and record. He will tell you when it is advisable to accept a plea bargain and when to pursue a trial. Contact him today at 201-829-3829 to schedule a consultation.
