Simple Assault Lawyers NJSA 2C:12-1(a) Bergen County Near Me

Handling Domestic Violence Allegations in Lodi, New Jersey

Do you need assistance with domestic violence assault charges in Lodi? We can help. Our attorneys have been representing clients in Bergen County for almost 20 years facing criminal charges with terrific results. Contact our Hackensack office now for immediate assistance and a free initial consultation at 201-330-4979.

Lodi Simple Assault Charges – NJSA 2C:12-1(a)

One of our clients was arrested and charged with simple assault after an alleged domestic violence incident at his residence in Lodi, New Jersey. This is a disorderly persons offense (misdemeanor), in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1(a). The client had no prior criminal history and during an argument with his girlfriend, allegedly scratched her hand when they were arguing over a phone leaving visible injury.

Potential Penalties for Simple Assault in Lodi NJ

Based on the charges, which were handled in the Lodi Municipal Court, the client was facing a $1,000 fine, up to six (6) months in the Bergen County Jail, probation, and a permanent criminal charge on his record (which could potentially be expunged after 3-5 years).

In this case, the client hired the criminal defense attorneys at the Tormey Law Firm LLC in Hackensack NJ to fight the charges. Our client’s girlfriend did not want to proceed with the case and she felt that she was just as responsible for the incident as our client. In addition, he had scratch marks visible on his body as well so we could have filed a complaint for simple assault against her if necessary.

Lodi Municipal Court – Prosecuting Disorderly Persons Charges

All disorderly persons (misdemeanor) criminal charges allegedly committed in Lodi such as simple assault will be prosecuted in the Lodi Municipal Court. These cases will be heard and decided by the Lodi Municipal Judge, there is no right to a jury trial on a disorderly persons charge in NJ.

Here is the Lodi Municipal Court information:

Lodi Municipal Court

1 Memorial Drive

Lodi, NJ 07644

973-859-7450

We decided not to file counter charges against the girlfriend, rather than escalate the situation, we were able to conference the case with the Lodi Municipal prosecutor and the alleged victim and all parties agreed that the charges should be dismissed. This was a great result for our client and the law firm. Now, he has no criminal record. However, there is a record of the arrest because he was fingerprinted and processed. Now, he is eligible to file a motion to have the arrest expunged from his record as well. Once the expungement goes through and is granted, it is as if this unfortunate incident never occurred.

Arrested for Assault in Lodi NJ? Contact us today

If you or a loved one needs assistance with a simple assault charge in Bergen County NJ, contact the Tormey Law Firm now for immediate assistance at (201)-330-4979. The initial consultation is always provided free of charge.