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Indicted by Grand Jury

My son was indicted by the grand jury for a case of domestic violence. The DA presented evidence to them from a previous domestic case. The previous case was dismissed by the judge. Can this still be used against him. The girl who filed the charges never showed up in court to prove her case. This is also the same girl who filed this new case.


Asked on 7/09/06, 3:49 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Ronald Aronds Law Office of Ronald Aronds, LLC

Re: Indicted by Grand Jury

The rules of evidence are not strictly enforced in grand jury proceedings. The prosecutor can present all evidence that he finds to be relevant to this case to the grand jury. So therefore the prior charge against your son, especially since it involves the same allegations being made by the same girl against him, can be used by the prosecutor in seeking an indictment. Since he has been indicted though, your son will need a lawyer to represent him. I am an attorney who has handled many cases similar to this in various ocurts in New Jersey in the past. I would like to discuss this case with you in more detail. Please contact me at your convenience. I never charge for simply talking to a person about a case. Thank you.

Sincerely yours, -Ronald Aronds, Esq.-

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Answered on 7/11/06, 3:10 pm
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: Indicted by Grand Jury

By now, he should have an attorney but it doesn't sound like he has a good one huh? Technically, his prior case "could" be used against him, but there are some hurdles that the State would have to jump through first. However, without a good attorney, the State may not be forced to go through these hurdles. Before things go any farther, I suggest he get a "good" attorney that can stand up to the system and save your son. My consultations are always free, so call me at 732/247/3340. If you call me tonight (Sunday) I should be able to call you back within an hour. If you call me tommorow, my office will be open from 9 to 5.

Good Luck!

Jef Henninger, Esq.

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Answered on 7/09/06, 5:11 pm
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: Indicted by Grand Jury

A new charge can be filed and must be dealt with, but the prior history is important to an

acceptable disposition of the matter.

Call me so that I can give you a better answer based on your answers to some questions.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

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Answered on 7/09/06, 9:24 pm


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