Being convicted of a felony is life-shattering – it will haunt you forever. It doesn’t matter what the crime was – it only matters that it resulted in a felony conviction. Many employers conduct background checks before hiring you. When that conviction arises, the chances of you getting hired are virtually zero. However, it isn’t limited to work – your entire life can be negatively impacted, from obtaining a loan or credit card to finding housing, voting, owning firearms, and, last but not least, your reputation will irretrievably suffer.
In the United States, crimes are classified into three broad categories according to their severity and repercussions: infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. Infractions are mostly minor offenses for which a jail term is not typically warranted. Misdemeanors may result in possible jail terms usually not longer than a year, while a felony is the most serious of crimes, with punishment extending from a year to life in prison, and in some cases, could result in the death penalty.
With several former prosecutors comprising the criminal defense team of Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group, PC has a well-earned reputation for zealously representing individuals charged with felonies over its more than six decades of existence.
What Constitutes a felony in NJ?
Felony charges may include (but are not limited to) the following:
Felonies are classified as either violent or non-violent. Some white collar crimes are also considered felonies. For second-time offenders of certain misdemeanors, the misdemeanor may be elevated to a felony. The laws and punishments for felonies vary from state to state. Punishment gets increased along with the seriousness of the crime, and in some cases, the person can also lose their civil rights, such as the right to bear arms and vote in elections.
Facing Felony Charges In NJ
If you are facing felony charges in New Jersey, please contact us immediately for a complimentary initial consultation. The criminal defense team at Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group, PC, is standing by to protect your rights and build the most effective defense strategy possible. With so much at stake, your defense counsel must be highly experienced, well-respected, and thoroughly knowledgeable about the New Jersey criminal court system.
Based in New Jersey, Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC, our attorneys have been representing clients in New Jersey. Our attorneys bring together 250 years of criminal law experience. They can aggressively use proven strategies to help you prevail when facing a full spectrum of felony charges, including but not limited to sex crimes, homicide crimes, drug offenses, white collar crimes, juvenile offenses, DUI, and computer internet crimes.
Felony accusations can significantly damage your reputation and hinder your ability to secure or maintain future employment. A conviction for a felony offense can have devastating implications and result in the loss of your civil rights.
Case Study
Felony Charges Dismissed
The attorneys of the Aiello, Harris, Abate, Law Group PC were able to convince the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office to dismiss the third-degree crime (felony) and remand the case to the Municipal Court with a lower charge as a disorderly person’s defense (misdemeanor).
Diversion Programs For First Time Felony Offenders
Determined Former Prosecutors
It is crucial that a Felony case be handled with extreme care and caution by experienced, savvy Felony defense attorneys. Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC attorneys are former Felony prosecutors and have handled numerous Felony cases of all levels of complexity in New Jersey. Our attorneys examine each Felony case to determine if it can be dismissed and removed from your record. If this is a first Felony offense, our attorneys will request that the court refer the offender to diversion programs designed for certain first-time Felony offenders, which will ultimately result in the dismissal of your charges. Our attorneys will also fight to seal or expunge your Felony case.
Our Former Prosecutors
In each case, our Felony defense attorneys at Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group, PC, handle cases with the same degree of vigor, working towards dismissal and minimizing potential penalties. Our experience as former Felony prosecutors and Felony Defense attorneys gives us the tools we need to provide you with the defense you deserve. Our attorneys understand that your reputation, livelihood, and well-being are at stake, and we treat the opportunity to represent you as an honor and a privilege.
At Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC, we are a New Jersey criminal defense law firm dedicated to providing aggressive and skilled legal representation that can help you gather and analyze the evidence in your case. If you have been arrested on any Felony criminal charge or are facing a felony criminal charge in New Jersey, contact Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC today. We will be more than happy to answer your questions and address your concerns.
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Our criminal defense attorneys in New Jersey maintain flexible office hours, with weekend appointments available. For your convenience, we can also meet you at your home, jail, or prison if you are unable to travel to our office. We offer flexible scheduling and payment options.
Call us today at (908) 561-5577 or contact us. Your initial consultation will take place over the phone, and you can schedule an appointment at one of our office locations across New Jersey.
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