Overview of New Jersey Search & Seizure
There are few areas of criminal law that generate more frustration from the standpoint of those accused than the manner in which the police conduct a search of their person, car, home or other property. The context in which these issues arise run the gamut ranging from searches incident to a routine auto stop to the manner in which a search warrant is issued or executed. Irrespective of the scenario in which a search arises, the lawyers at our defense firm, the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall, possess the know how to insure that your rights are not subordinated to the interests of the police. You can be assured that our attorneys will put the prosecutor to the limit when it comes to proving that a search was proper and that your interests are not compromised.
Comprehensive Review of NJ Search Law
Our criminal defense practice deals with search and seizure questions just about everyday. We find that these issues can be extremely complex and demanding. Indeed, while the law generally imposes a Warrant Requirement, there are numerous exceptions which often come into play. We have provided information concerning each exception including:
Exigent Circumstances
Plain View
Searches Incident to Arrest
Investigatory and Protective Searches
Consent Searches
Motor Vehicle Searches
Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyers
An attorney would be happy to review the facts of your case and provide you with their impression concerning the validity of your search. The constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure but you will never know the answer to whether your rights were violated unless you have a competent lawyer at your side. That is precisely what you will get when you retain our defense office.
