Information About Restraining Orders in New Jersey
November 5, 2020
Can Anyone Get a Restraining Order in New Jersey? Not necessarily. Pursuant to the Prevention Against Domestic Violence Act, a "victim" applying for the restraining order must demonstrate that they are have a "domestic relationship" with the defendant and that they are the victim of an “act of domestic violence” from the defendant. The qualify as having a "domestic relationship" with the defendant, the victim must show that they fall under one of three categories listed in N.J.S.A. ... Read More»
Dismissal of Temporary Restraining Order in Burlington County
April 30, 2020
Just this past week, our firm was able to argue for the denial of a Final Restraining Order and dismissal of a Temporary Restraining Order after a hearing. Our client was charged with criminal harassment involving an act of domestic violence against their spouse. If the Plaintiff had been able to show that an act of domestic violence occurred and demonstrated a need for a Final Restraining Order, then our client would have been permanently barred from contact with the victim, possibly lost ... Read More»
Assault Defense Attorney for Chesterfield NJ
March 30, 2020
I Was Charged with Assault in Chesterfield, New Jersey Were you charged with Assault? If so, we understand that this entire experience, from being arrested in handcuffs to appearing in court, can be incredibly stressful, embarrassing and difficult. Even worse, depending upon who the victim is, your case may be handled as an act of "domestic violence". This is even further exacerbated by the fact that "acts of domestic violence" are typically issued as a Warrant and may require a formal ... Read More»
Domestic Violence Charges and Temporary Restraining Order Dismissed in Court
January 17, 2020
Just recently, our firm was retained by a client who had been accused of simple assault, terroristic threats and harassment in a domestic dispute with their spouse. The police had arrested and charged our client with these criminal offenses, along with a Temporary Restraining Order, based solely on the allegations of his spouse. Unfortunately, this scenario is very common when you are dealing with domestic violence situations. law enforcement officers frequently arrest and charge ... Read More»
Restraining Order and Weapons Possession Charges Dismissed in New Jersey
December 11, 2019
Just recently, our firm was retained to represent a client charged with multiple criminal charges including harassment, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, terroristic threats and simple assault. The initial incident stemmed from an dispute over a love triangle and resulted in our client being arrested in handcuffs. Over the course of the next few months, our office appeared at the court for a Restraining Order Hearing and the criminal charges. Eventually, we were able to get ... Read More»
Temporary Restraining Orders for Domestic Violence in Florence NJ
September 9, 2019
Were you arrested and served with a Temporary Restraining Order by your girlfriend/boyfriend, ex-spouse, father/mother, sibling or roommate? If so, you will be under great pressure to fight these allegations to avoid the ramifications of a Final Restraining Order. The timeline to resolve a restraining order (from issuance to final hearing) is usually about two (2) weeks. That means it is imperative that you act quickly to consult with an retain legal representation, if you so desire. As ... Read More»