Violent crimes are illegal offenses that involve the use of violence in the form of verbal threats, physical force, or bodily attacks. Assault is the criminal act of using violence against another person with the intention of causing physical harm. Assault is categorized as a violent crime. Offenses of this nature may consist of verbal threats or the actual infliction of an injury.
Violent crimes may or may not involve the use of a weapon. Frequently committed violent crimes are:
The legal penalties for a violent crime conviction will depend upon several factors, such as: the defendant’s prior criminal history, the type of crime committed, the extent of the victim’s injuries, and if a weapon was used during the commission of the crime. If a person is convicted of a violent crime, such as assault, he or she may be subject to jail time, fines, community service, probation, and legal fees.
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Felony Charges Dismissed
The attorneys at 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).
Possible Punishments for Violent Crimes In New Jersey
The range of punishment varies by the circumstances of the violent crime.
Some of the following punishments might be imposed for violent crimes committed:
Death Penalty
Incarceration
Probation
Fines
Court ordered anger management
Community Service
Restitution
Court ordered counseling
There are also indirect consequences after the state punishment is over. With a violent crime conviction on your record, you might have limited educational and job opportunities. You might be able to get your record sealed or expunged, but that option is not available to everyone.
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Challenging Violent Crimes In The New Jersey Courts
Violent crimes can also be challenged based on the investigative procedures that the police or law enforcement adopted during their investigation. Some courts frown upon forced confessions or suggestive photo line ups where victims or witnesses are unduly influenced in identifying a person as the perpetrator of an offense. The New Jersey criminal law firm of Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC has successfully defended numerous clients that have been identified as the result of a faulty line-up.
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Violent crimes cases can be difficult to contest in a court of law and therefore it is important to have experienced and savvy legal representation that can help you gather and sort through the evidence of your case.
If you have been accused of a violent crime in New Jersey, contact Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC today and we will be more than happy to answer your questions and address your concerns.
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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