Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Disorderly Person Conviction

I pled guilty to a DP for alledgely having violating a restrainning order. When applaying for jobs, the question comes up about if ever convisted or pled guilty to a crime and/or misdemeanor. What type of offense is DP in New Jersey and can I answer the above question with a ''NO''?


Asked on 7/05/09, 3:14 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: Disorderly Person Conviction

A disorderly persons offense is equivalent to the

popular concept of a misdemeanor, but New Jersey does not use the term "misdemeanor" in it's criminal code. You should be answering that you have a misdemeanor conviction.

If your disorderly persons conviction is at least five years old you can expunge it and lawfully answer in the negative.

Call me if you like.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 7/05/09, 4:24 pm
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: Disorderly Person Conviction

If it has been more than 5 years, givee me a call.

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Answered on 7/05/09, 5:10 pm
david bildner bildner law firm

Re: Disorderly Person Conviction

Its a tricky question. The answer depends on exactly how the question is phrased. The safest way to deal with it is to discuss it with a lawyer for guidance, and to have the conviction removed form your record of you are eligible. Call me if you would like to discuss it further at 877*688*3879.

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Answered on 7/06/09, 12:19 am


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