Woodbridge Municipal Court Lawyers

Woodbridge Municipal Offenses

Anyone charged with a crime in Woodbridge needs the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer. The Woodbridge Municipal Court handles crimes that can result in substantial jail time and expensive fines. Convictions can mean a criminal record that can last a lifetime, damage to a person’s reputation, and often, serious civil consequences as well, such as difficulty in getting employment.

The law firm of Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC represents clients in the Woodbridge Municipal Court who have been charged with the following crimes.

Theft

Theft charges include stealing cash, credit card theft, identity theft, and shoplifting. Theft of items valued under $200 is a municipal offense. Theft of $200 or more, or theft that includes robbery, grand theft, or crimes involving physical force, is usually an indictable offense.  The amount of prison time and the fines depend on the value of the items taken and any additional factors, such as the use of force. The defendant will usually be ordered to return the items or pay the value if convicted.

An experienced New Jersey criminal defense lawyer will explore defenses such as whether there was intent to steal, the actual value of the items taken, and questions about where and how the theft occurred.

Resisting Arrest

Resisting arrest can be classified as a disorderly person crime or an indictable offense, depending on several factors, including whether flight was involved, a vehicle was used, or if the person being arrested used force. We aim to dismiss the charge or show that the offense should be handled in a municipal court. We may assert defenses such as a mistake in communication rather than actual resistance.