Ocean County Criminal Lawyer: Criminal Trespass
No one likes having their privacy invaded and for this reason it is our experience that victims will usually ask for these cases to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. By retaining an experienced Ocean County defense lawyer you can ensure that you come out of this ordeal unscathed. The attorneys at the Law Offices of John F. Marshall have almost 60 years of experience and represent individuals accused of trespassing in Ocean County. There are a lot of possible defenses that our attorneys and former prosecutors can raise against a Criminal Trespass charge. For instance, we could prove that the structure was either abandoned, open to the public or that the individual believed that they had permission to enter the premises or peer into the window. Furthermore, having attorney Thomas V. Campo at our firm, who is a former prosecutor from over 20 Ocean County municipalities puts us at an advantage over other lawyers and firms in the area. We also offers free initial consultations with a knowledgeable attorney if you have any further questions.
Trespassing in Ocean County
New Jersey Trespass law, N.J.S.A. 2C:18-3, encompasses a broad range of conduct and circumstances. Criminal trespass is defined as “knowingly entering a building or structure without permission” and is typically a disorderly persons offense but it vary depending on the circumstances. For instance if you trespass in another person’s home, school property, or a public utilities facility then you would be charged with a fourth degree crime. In NJ you can ever be charged with a form of trespassing even if you don’t enter a building. This type of trespass which is a fourth degree crime is called “Peering” and it happens when you are caught looking into windows or other openings of house or other overnight dwelling. Another type of trespass, called Defiant Trespass is committed when someone enters or remains in any place after they have received notice against trespassing, either by actual communication to the person, a posting or fencing. This is a petty disorderly persons offense and it usually occurs when someone has been banned from a store or mall and then returns.
A trespassing charge is serious and can expose you to a multitude of penalties including fines, probation, community service, and up to 18 months in jail. By hiring an attorney who specializes in defending individuals in Ocean County, you will maximize your chances to beat your trespassing charge. The Law Offices of John F. Marshall is an Ocean County Criminal Defense Firm located in Toms River that is comprised of Former County and Municipal Ocean Prosecutors. Our defense lawyers have over 50 years of combined experience and they will dedicate their time and attention to your case to decide the best defense and line of action. Our lawyers represent individuals appearing before the Ocean County Superior Court and all across the Ocean County including Toms River, Lakewood, Brick, Jackson, Barnegat, Long Beach, Waretown, Little Egg Harbor, Stafford, Lacey, Seaside, Bay Head, Lakehurst, Point Pleasant Beach, Manahawkin, Tuckerton, and Forked River. Contact any one of our offices 24/7 to speak to a knowledgeable trespass defense lawyer free of charge.
