Juvenile Charges in Ocean County
Ocean County Juvenile Defense Lawyer
Juvenile crimes are those offenses committed by individuals under the age of 18. Juvenile offenses often vary greatly and can result in very serious repercussions, including large fines, community service, and even incarceration with a criminal record. This is it why these types of cases require a special defense expertise and extensive knowledge of juvenile laws. Our attorneys have over 60 years of experience representing juveniles in Ocean County, and will strive to reduce or drop your charges. Being convicted of a crime as a juvenile is a serious matter. The opportunities to receive adequate employment, a driver’s license, and a future full of potential may all be hindered if convicted. Juvenile crimes may include, but are not limited to, the following offenses:
- Aggravated assault
- Criminal Mischief
- Drug Possession
- Drug Distribution
- Marijuana
- Trespass
- Gang involvement
- Gun Possession
- Murder
- Simple Assault
- Rape
- Robbery
- Theft
- Sexual Assault
Ocean County Juvenile Court
In Ocean County, all juveniles matters are heard in the Family Division of the Ocean County Superior Court, located at 102 East Water Street, Toms River NJ, 08753 and the telephone number at this courthouse is (732)-929-4717. The Ocean County Superior Court Family Division hears all different types of juvenile charges including assault, robbery, burglary, theft, drug possession, drug distribution, DWI, marijuana possession, weapon possession, eluding, terroristic threats, harassment, arson, trespass, criminal mischief, shoplifting, and underage drinking. Having often appeared in Ocean County Family Court, our attorneys are fully prepared to present an aggressive defense for your juvenile.
The Presiding Judge for Juvenile cases is:
n Judge James M. Blaney……………………………………(732)-506-5375
The Family Division Manager, Brendon J. Toner………..(732)-929-2042
Directions to Ocean County Superior Court
From the New Jersey Turnpike: From I-295 South, take the I-195 E/RT-29/RT-129 exit, (Exit 60B-A, toward I-95/New Jersey Turnpike. Merge onto I-195 E via Exit 60A on the left toward I-95/New Jersey Turnpike/Belmar. Merge onto CR-527 S via Exit 21 toward Jackson. Turn right onto Whitesville Road/CR-527. Then turn left onto Stevens Road and a right onto US-9/ Lakewood Road. Then, merge onto US-9/ Garden State Parkway South. Take the Lakehurst Road Exit (Exit 81) toward Toms River. Turn a slight right onto Lakehurst Road and a slight right onto CR-527.
From the Garden State Parkway: Take the Garden State Parkway South to the Lakehurst Road (Exit 81) toward Toms River. Turn slight right onto Lakehurst Road and then make a slight right onto CR-527. CR-527 becomes East Water Street. Continue until you end at number 102.
Ocean County is known for being tough on juvenile offenders and the court will usually try and sentence juveniles to the harshest penalties allowed by law. Please contact the Law Offices of John F. Marshall if your son or daughter has been charged with a juvenile crime in Barnegat Township, Bay Head, Berkeley Township, Brick Township, Dover Township, Manchester Township, Mantoloking, Ocean Township, Point Pleasant, Jackson Township, Lacey Township, Lakehurst, Lakewood Township, Lavallette Borough, Little Egg Harbor Township, Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park, Toms River, Tuckerton Borough or anywhere else in Ocean County. Our law firm is often successful at getting juveniles charges downgraded or dismissed altogether in Ocean County. A New Jersey Juvenile Defense Lawyer is available for a free initial consultation at any time, and can be reached at 1-877-450-8301.
