New Jersey Criminal Law  

     Have you been accused of a crime in the State of NJ? Attorney John F. Renner defends and protects adults and juveniles accused in either State or Federal Courts of the State of New Jersey by providing experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive legal counsel in criminal matters.

     Personal freedom is one of the most important rights afforded to all citizens in the United States. The potential loss of personal freedom from a criminal accusation requires an aggressive defense where the client is involved in every aspect of the case. Because you are an integral part of your defense, it is vital that you are informed of how a felony case is processed through the system, the evidence against you and all possible defenses to the accusation including practical and tactical considerations. Attorney John F. Renner works closely and personally with his clients to ensure that strategy and decision making involve the direct participation of the client. You need to count on someone with the experience and knowledge to guide you. The Supreme Court of New Jersey has recognized John F. Renner as a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney based upon demonstrated proficiency in the field of criminal defense.

     As soon as you come into contact with the legal system, you need IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE. Prompt assistance can mean the difference between keeping or losing your personal freedom. Contact Attorney John F. Renner for answers to your questions and guidance regarding the New Jersey criminal issues facing you.

Your Rights

For all cases in the New Jersey Criminal Courts, you have the following rights:

1. You have a right to a speedy and public trial.
    

2.  You have a right not to be convicted unless the State can prove each and every element of the offense with which you are charged.
    

3.  You have the right to confront witnesses against you in person, as well as the right to cross-examine those witnesses.
    

4. You may present evidence in your own behalf and you may testify on your own behalf, but only if you choose to do so.
    

5. You cannot be made to furnish evidence against yourself in the courtroom, and your failure to take the witness stand cannot be used as evidence of your guilt.
    

6. You have additional rights to protection from unreasonable searches and seizures of your person, your home, your possessions and papers, and of your automobile.
    

7. If evidence against you has been obtained in violation of these rights, upon proper motion, that evidence will not be admitted.
    

8.  And, most importantly, you have a right to a lawyer to represent you.

Model Criminal Jury Charges
(from the NJ Judiciary Website)

 

What to do if you have been arrested

1.                  Do not discuss your case with anyone, anything you say can be used against you;

2.                  Do not discuss your case with any police officers, even if they tell you it will help your case;

3.                  If you have suffered an injury, seek medical treatment and document the injury with photographs;

4.                  Compile a list of all witnesses, including addresses and telephone numbers;

5.                  Contact an attorney as soon as possible to discuss the facts while the events are clear in your memory.

 

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Selected State Statutes Governing
NJ Criminal Courts

"The following selected law of New Jersey is purely a public resource of general information (intended, but not promised or guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date) and is not, and it is not intended to be, a source of legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your specific situation."

  Knowingly leaving scene of motor vehicle accident resulting in serious bodily injury, fourth degree crime; sentencing

  Assault

  Reckless endangerment

  Terroristic threats

  Sexual assault

  Aggravated criminal sexual contact; criminal sexual contact

  Lewdness

  Burglary

  Unlicensed entry of structures; defiant trespasser; peering into dwelling places; defenses

  Shoplifting

  Theft by unlawful taking or disposition

  Theft by deception

  Theft by extortion

  Theft of property lost, mislaid, or delivered by mistake

  Receiving stolen property

  Bad checks

  Credit Cards

  Deceptive business practices

  Endangering Welfare of Children

  Bribery in official and political matters

  Threats and other improper influence in official and political matters

  Perjury

  False swearing

  Unsworn falsification to authorities

  Resisting Arrest; Eluding Officer

  Official misconduct

  Maintaining a nuisance

  Possession, consumption of alcoholic beverages by persons under legal age; penalty

  Alcoholic beverages; bringing or possession on school property by person of legal age; penalty

  Disorderly conduct

  Harassment

  Prostitution and Related Offenses

  Loitering for the purpose of engaging in prostitution

  Use or possession with intent to use, disorderly persons offense

  Distribute, dispense or possession with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree

  Promoting Gambling

  Possession of weapons for unlawful purposes