Criminal charges can have far-reaching consequences on you and your loved ones. Not only could you end up with a permanent criminal record, but a conviction could hurt your future employability and social standing. Have you been charged with a crime in Harrison? Contact Anthony Carbone, an expert Harrison Criminal Defense Attorney, to get the defense you deserve.
Criminal Offenses in New Jersey
New Jersey classifies criminal offenses through a system not used by many other states. Offenses are categorized into two distinct classes, with the main difference being the level of punishment allotted for each. The categories are as follows:
- Disorderly person offenses – Similar to misdemeanors and have less severe punishments.
- Indictable crimes – Similar to felonies, and hold severe punishments of at least 1 year of jail time.
There are four degrees of severity for every criminal offense in New Jersey. For example, a fourth-degree charge for petty theft may lead to a light fine. A first-degree indictable offense like murder, on the other hand, could result in many years of prison and up to life imprisonment.
DUI/DWI Charges in New Jersey
You may be charged with drunk driving if you are found operating a motor vehicle or boat with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 percent or higher. The state takes DWI charges very seriously, and even a first offense could lead to severe punishments, such as:
- Jail time of up to 30 days
- Hefty fines and legal fees
- Surcharges
- Increased insurance rates
- Driver’s license suspension
- Up to 5 points on your license
- Installation of ignition interlock on your vehicle
New Jersey does not allow plea bargains for DWI charges. If your case goes to court, your attorney must win your case or get the charges thrown out.
How Can a Defense Attorney Help You?
Anthony Carbone is passionate about defending the rights of his clients. If you come to the Law Offices of Anthony Carbone with your case, you can expect him to do the following:
- Investigate your case and collect evidence to build your defense.
- Review the evidence obtained by law enforcement against you.
- Work on getting any illegally-obtained evidence thrown out of the case.
- Present a defense to reduce or eliminate the charges against you.
- Determine whether entering a plea bargain is in your best interest.
- Prepare an aggressive defense if your case goes to trial.
Not every charge allows for the possibility of getting your punishment reduced or eliminated. When this is the case, attorney Carbone will work toward getting you the lightest sentence possible.
Talk to a Harrison Criminal Defense Attorney
Anthony Carbone, an expert Harrison 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.
