The criminal lawyers at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall are dedicated to providing each client with a robust legal defense and holding the prosecution accountable for proving its case beyond a reasonable doubt. We help clients when someone makes false accusations against them, or when there are extenuating circumstances that need to be taken into consideration. We tenaciously question the facts of each case, and we have the resources to explore every possible defense strategy. Our proven track record includes successfully suppressing evidence and cross-examining witnesses to achieve case dismissals and acquittals.
Experienced Guides to The New Jersey Courts
If you are charged with a crime in New Jersey where it will be prosecuted will be determined by whether it is felony or misdemeanor charges. Felony charges are handled at the Hudson County Superior Court, 595 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306, while misdemeanor charges go to Jersey City Municipal Court, 365 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306.
Our criminal lawyers have seen before how dealing with the New Jersey legal system for the first time can be a shock to people in Jersey City and other cities, townships, and boroughs in Hudson County. Many people we see from communities such as Bayonne, Hoboken, Kearny, North Bergen, Secaucus, Union City, Weehawken, and West New York are nervous about facing criminal charges that can deprive them of their freedom and also impact their families’ lives and livelihood. Whether you’re concerned about immigration consequences, protecting your professional license, or maintaining your student status, we understand the unique challenges each defendant faces.
That’s why we’re committed to protecting your rights. We make sure that our prospective clients know how the New Jersey criminal court system works, from arraignment through sentencing, how it can be made to dispense justice under the law, how prosecutors must meet the burden of proof—and how to handle situations where they don’t.
Our criminal attorneys have a combined 100 years of experience with New Jersey criminal law that feeds their devotion and expertise. Our Hudson County criminal defense attorneys know when and how to discuss with prosecutors about the possibility of downgraded charges, a lighter sentence, or an alternative punishment such as a diversion program, particularly if the arrested person has no prior criminal history. We also handle bail hearings to secure your immediate release and can help you understand how long your case may take to resolve.
In fact, Hudson County prosecutors have worked with our attorneys and our law firm so much over the years that they truly listen to our suggestions. They’ve seen how we operate in Hudson County and other municipalities, and they trust our intentions.
Our promise to you is to seek the best possible outcome that the facts of your case will allow. As we develop your defense strategy, we’ll keep you informed at every step about your case’s status and any long-term considerations to keep in mind. If necessary, we’ll also explain the details of and help you decide whether to accept any plea agreement or enter a program such as Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI), Conditional Discharge probation, or Drug Court. We can also advise you on expungement options to clear your record after case resolution and help you understand whether a jury trial option may be in your best interest.
Experienced Jersey City Criminal Defense Lawyers
The Law Office of Jonathan F. Marshall has a tremendous amount of experience in dealing with serious criminal offenses, which include but our not limited too: drug kingpin, armed robbery, carjacking, homicide, kidnapping, entrapment, and rape cases. We also defend clients facing white collar crime charges, cybercrime allegations, and restraining order violations. And we have extensive knowledge on complicated cases that involve things like self-defense and NJ’s castle doctrine.
In addition, the Law Office of Jonathan F. Marshall also has very unique qualifications when it comes defending driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence cases as well. Our office has four former municipal court DWI prosecutors on staff, five attorneys who are certified to operate / maintain the Alcotest Machine, five attorneys certified in the standardized field sobriety tests and three attorneys certified to administer the standardized field sobriety tests. These unique qualifications gives our team of Hudson County, NJ dwi defense lawyers the ability to aggressively attack the evidence in your dui case.
The team of Hudson County, NJ criminal defense attorneys at Law Office of Jonathan F. Marshall has a unique set of qualifications that allows for them to successfully defend all types of criminal matters. The experience that the four former prosecutors bring to the office gives our staff the ability to fully understand how the prosecution may try to prove their case against you. This insider knowledge helps us anticipate prosecution strategies and build stronger defenses, whether your case involves a grand jury indictment or municipal court charges.
If you or a loved one has been charged with a criminal offense, whether it is a felony, disorderly persons offense (misdemeanor) or a traffic offense and would like a free initial consultation with any one of our eight Jersey City, NJ criminal defense attorneys, please contact us directly at (201) 309-1800. We provide confidential case evaluations and can arrange jail visits if you’re currently in custody. Many clients wonder about the cost of a lawyer versus a public defender—we offer transparent retainer fees and payment plans to make quality representation accessible.
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Speak With a Jersey City DUI/DWI Lawyer Near You
In New Jersey the term DUI vs DWI are basically interchangeable. Facing a DUI or DWI charge in Jersey City, NJ can be overwhelming, and the stakes are high, from potential license suspension and hefty fines to long-term impacts on employment and insurance rates. An experienced Jersey City DUI/DWI lawyer can help give you an advantage in navigating New Jersey’s complex drunk driving laws and municipal court procedures. Our skilled DWI attorneys near you at the Law Office of Jonathan Marshall will thoroughly investigate your case, review the stop and test procedures, and challenge any weak or improperly obtained evidence, all while advocating for reduced charges or dismissal where possible. With local knowledge of Hudson County courts and prosecutors, our dedicated DUI/DWI defense lawyers can guide you through the legal process, protect your rights, and work toward the best possible outcome for your situation.
Our Jersey City Criminal Defense Law Office
574 Newark Ave #204a,
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 309-0500
There were over 90,000 criminal complaints filed in Hudson County last year (i.e. 2019). This is an extremely high number of Superior Court and Municipal Court charges for a jurisdiction that only spans 62 square miles and is limited to twelve (12) municipalities. Our Jersey City criminal attorneys are very familiar with this circumstance as members of one of the largest firms of its kind in the state, not to mention decades representing clients arrested in Bayonne, East Newark, Hoboken, Kearny, North Bergen, Secaucus, Union City, Weehawken, Guttenberg, Harrison, West New York, and Jersey City.
