Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Simple assault

I was charged with simple assault against my husband(he accused me with grabbing him on the neck and scratching him). He wants to dismiss charges now. The municipal court clerk told me that we still need to come to court. Could you explain me the process and up to whom is to make that decision. And how can I clear up my criminal record?


Asked on 4/10/07, 4:20 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Daniel Cevallos Cevallos & Wong, LLP

Re: Simple assault

You should retain the services of an attorney. You may end up with a criminal record or even other punishment if you don't. We handle cases like this, and I'll offer you a reasonable fee. Give us a call.

-Danny Cevallos, Esquire

Daniel Cevallos

Law Offices of Daniel L. Cevallos, PC

1420 Locust Street, Suite 24Q

Philadelphia, PA

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267.639.3105

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Answered on 4/10/07, 8:42 am
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: Simple assault

In court the person filing the complaint must indicate that he or she wishes that the charge be dismissed. If this is a domestic violence matter the officer must indicate this, at least to the prosecutor. Sometimes the judge will require that there be a cooling off period to confirm that the subject occurrence will not happen aqain and adjourn the case for six months before dismissal.

After the dismissal a petition to expunge the arrest record must be made to the Superior Court of New Jersey.

Call me if you like.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackiensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 4/10/07, 8:56 am
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: Simple assault

You may need a lawyer here. I would be real careful. I handle a lot of DV's and it has become very difficult for a person to drop charges. The State has been threatening to press charges against the victim if she (or he) tries to change her story.

My initial consultations are always free, so call me at 732/247/3340 to discuss your case.

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Answered on 4/10/07, 10:16 pm


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