Morristown NJ Criminal Law Office

Our Morris County Defense Attorneys

Morris County contains more than two dozen municipalities, townships, and nearly as many municipal courts. Morristown is the county seat of Morris County and the location of the only regional trauma hospital in northwest New Jersey. Our experienced criminal attorneys have served as municipal prosecutors in more than 25 NJ towns and represent clients throughout Morris County. We understand how prosecutors approach cases and use that insight to our clients’ advantage

Most of the individuals we represent have never faced criminal charges and are unsure what to expect. Our attorneys will guide you through the criminal justice system and stand beside you at every step. We have the established professional relationships to represent clients effectively and get prosecutors to consider a resolution of the charges that is favorable to you.

It’s important to contact the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall as soon as possible after an arrest so our legal team can move quickly to investigate your case and start building your defense. If you are have been arrested, you should decline politely to answer police questions and ask to speak with an attorney. We will examine all your legal options and determine whether the charges can be reduced or dismissed.

Morris County Law Enforcement

Morristown, NJ Police

Most jail inmates have access to telephones between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. It is important to contact a defense attorney in Morristown, NJ as soon as possible after your arrest. Do not talk to the police without an attorney present.

Morris County Courts

The Superior Court, Criminal Division has jurisdiction to hear cases in which individuals are charged with serious criminal offenses. A defendant who is facing serious criminal charges in Morris County may appear before a municipal court judge initially if the complaint originated in a municipality. Municipal courts can present charges and set bail for individuals charged with serious criminal offenses and then transfer the cases to Superior Court for trial. Municipal courts also decide cases involving disorderly persons offenses, petty disorderly persons offenses and violations of municipal ordinances.

The experienced attorneys at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall have defended clients facing criminal charges in courts in Morristown and throughout Morris County. The local courts in the county include: