Fourth degree and third degree crimes are generally eligible for Pretrial Intervention (“PTI”). Since criminal sexual contact is a fourth degree crime, you can apply for PTI and secure admission into the program if you are a first time offender, have never been granted a diversion previously (i.e. conditional discharge,…
While the attorneys at our firm aren’t experts in federal immigration law, what we can tell you is that an aggravated felony results in removal from the United States if you aren’t a citizen. There is evidence to indicate that some forms of N.J.S.A. 2C:14-3 charges that are considered an…
New Jersey undertook bail reform several years ago. A defendant must make an initial appearance and be granted pretrial release by the court. This frequently involves establishing conditions for reporting during the pendency of the criminal charge. Please note that the state can object to pretrial release by filing a…
Criminal sexual contact arises when someone touches the intimate body parts of another persons without their consent. In contrast, a sexual assault involves sexual penetration of the victim.
There must be a predicate act of domestic violence in order for someone to obtain a restraining order in New Jersey. Criminal sexual contact is considered a predicate act and can form the basis for either a temporary or final restraining order.
