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Those charged as sex offenders in New Jersey should seek experienced legal representation when facing PSL or CSL violations in New Jersey. These consequences are significantly disruptive, so working with an experienced attorney is vital. Attorneys specializing in personal injury or other areas may be unable to provide adequate defense.
Understanding the basics of these statutes can provide the accused with information pertinent to their defense.
Under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6.4, PSL is a post-prison sentence for those convicted of certain sex crimes. In New Jersey, this sentence gives the Commissioner of Corrections legal custody of the convicted and requires supervision by the State Parole Board for a minimum of 15 years.
This sentence restricts one’s ability to travel freely and limits options for living arrangements. It may also involve GPS monitoring, a daily curfew, unannounced home visits by a parole officer, and regular searches of their residence and possessions.
Depending on the specifics of their case and other New Jersey sex crime laws, those facing these sentences may face further restrictions. These may include limitations on internet access, social media use, or alcohol consumption.
Community Supervision for Life (CSL) incurs the same restrictions as PSL, but it applies to sex offenses committed before 2004. PSL or CSL applies to crimes such as sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual contact, kidnapping, and endangering the welfare of a child.
The court cannot expunge these sentences. However, the court may remove supervision after 15 years for convicted adults who demonstrate that they are not a continued threat and have not committed other crimes. Juveniles convicted of sexual offenses also face PSL or CSL registration. Still, depending on their age at the time of the offense, they may qualify for removal after 15 years if they demonstrate they are not a threat to others.
If those facing PSL or CSL violate the conditions of their supervision, they will face additional penalties.
Examples of violations include:
Violating CSL is a fourth-degree crime, which may result in 18 months in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Violating PSL results in three to five years in prison and fines of up to $15,000. Out-of-state offenders or those who wish to relocate must follow their state’s re-registration requirements before moving to or from New Jersey.
Case Study
A recent case in Somerset County, Somerville, New Jersey, venue in the Superior Court proved that point. A man was accused of sexual assault, violation of NJSA 2C: 14-2. The allegation was that while a woman was drunk, he took advantage of her and committed the act of sexual assault. He was in prison for five to 10 years, under Megan’s Law.
Those facing PSL or CSL will often face registration as a sex offender under Megan’s Law. This statute requires those convicted of sex crimes to register as a sex offender and sometimes have their name on a public database. A tier system classifies offenders on a scale of I to III based on their likeliness to reoffend.
Those in Tier III are classified as high-risk; the courts will share their status with law enforcement, schools, and childcare locations. They will also appear on the New Jersey sex offender internet registration.
One of our attorneys, Joseph Del Russo, was previously part of the Protection Subcommittee of the New Jersey Governor’s Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect. Attorney Del Russo also worked with the Attorney General’s group to develop the Sex Offender Risk Assessment scale used in Megan’s Law cases. These experiences have given him the skills to craft defenses against PSL and CSL violations.
Our attorneys answer the most common questions about PSL/CSL violations.
After a parole violation, NJ law requires a hearing within 24 to 48 hours of the arrest. From there, you may face prison time or fines for the violation.
You can get off PSL or CSL lifetime parole after 15 years if you prove to the court that you are not a threat to the safety of others.
Parole revocation in NJ can occur after a PSL/CSL violation and will send the convicted offender back to prison to serve more time and face fines of up to $15,000. Those facing parole revocation must seek PSL and CSL lawyers in New Jersey.
Community Supervision For Life (CSL) aims to protect the community and prevent those convicted from reoffending.
If you are facing civil litigation after being accused of violating PSL or CSL, it is imperative to seek appropriate legal counsel. Consult Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC, and work with a former prosecutor to build your defense.
Call us today at (908) 873-3571 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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