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MY JOB FINGERPRINTED ME AND SHOPLIFTING CHARGES CAME UP WHAT CAN I DO NOW.

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
i would have the charge expunged so that you can legally answer under NJ law that you have never been arrested. you will need this for future employment. i am assuming that you addressed the charge and do not have an outstanding arrest warrant. if so, you need to arrest the warrant. the cost for expungement is $1500. ed dimon 7320797-1600 ext 235... Read More
i would have the charge expunged so that you can legally answer under NJ law that you have never been arrested. you will need this for future... Read More

Best method for lifting an arrest warrant?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
you can call the court clerk and determine your status. if there is a warrant or if there is a failure to appear, then you need to address this problem together with the fine. please call if you want our help. ed dimon. 732-797-1600
you can call the court clerk and determine your status. if there is a warrant or if there is a failure to appear, then you need to address this... Read More

Is being a convicted felon as a juvenile serious in New Jersey?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
No. Normal employers cannot see juvenile records. However, police and the military get to see these records if you are applying. Ed Dimon
No. Normal employers cannot see juvenile records. However, police and the military get to see these records if you are applying. Ed Dimon

how serious is criminal mischief in the state of nj

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
you do not want a record of any kind. a record makes employment more difficult. address the charge and have same dismissed or downgraded. please call if we can help. ed dimon
you do not want a record of any kind. a record makes employment more difficult. address the charge and have same dismissed or downgraded. please call... Read More

State witness

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
i did answer this question. you were in the wrong place at the wrong time. you do not want this charge/conviction on your record. you do not want your name involved. the police are using you to get this female. we just did a simliar case. pleaswe call if we can help. ed dimon 732-797-1600
i did answer this question. you were in the wrong place at the wrong time. you do not want this charge/conviction on your record. you do not want... Read More

asain massage parlor.

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
i just did a similar case. the male was charged with prostitution [for using the prostitute] because the police had an ulterior motive. they wanted to charge the female so that she would testify in a drug case. the male was in the wrong place at the wrong time. you do not want any charges on your record. you do not want your name involved. you can discuss with the prosecutor if you are comfortable. this person i represented had too much at stake and could not take any chances. we were able to resolve the matter without any problems. please call if we can help. ed dimon 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
i just did a similar case. the male was charged with prostitution [for using the prostitute] because the police had an ulterior motive. they wanted... Read More

currently on trial for murder, my lawyer has not spoken to me because my family run out of money. He has not visited me at the jail and refuses to me

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You need to make a written record with your attorney to put the attorney on notice of the problems and give the attorney the opportunity to address the issues. make copies of the written record or write them twice if no copier available. If the issues are not addressed, make a record with the judge which is specific. Ed Dimon... Read More
You need to make a written record with your attorney to put the attorney on notice of the problems and give the attorney the opportunity to address... Read More

Hello, I have a question about a situation that my family is in. In the county i'm in they have auxiliary police and struck and killed by them

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You have the legal right to attend all court hearings and object to the plea and the sentence. You should get sworn statements from the witnesses stating what happened. The key to success is their testimony. please call if we can help. Ed Dimon
You have the legal right to attend all court hearings and object to the plea and the sentence. You should get sworn statements from the witnesses... Read More

If someone is forced or threatened into committing a crime, what will happen to the person being forced or threatened to do the crime?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
We would help you work privately with the Prosecutor so that you are protected. Ed  Dimon. Please call. 
We would help you work privately with the Prosecutor so that you are protected. Ed  Dimon. Please call. 

How can I prove I did not know my license was suspended and what can I expect at the court?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You should pay the insurance surcharges and work with DMV to have your license re-instated. The court will then work with you. Ed Dimon
You should pay the insurance surcharges and work with DMV to have your license re-instated. The court will then work with you. Ed Dimon

Criminal Question

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
There are two legal issues. The first is the failure to pay the fine. The second is the potential Contempt of Court for the failure. If your son can pay the fine and avoid Contempt charge, he should pay the fine. The Court Clerk can tell him what is happening. Please call if we can help. Ed Dimon, Esq... Read More
There are two legal issues. The first is the failure to pay the fine. The second is the potential Contempt of Court for the failure. If your son can... Read More

I need helop

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
i did answer this question. your brother needs to hire an attorney to negotiate a settlement. the police will not take action. ed dimon
i did answer this question. your brother needs to hire an attorney to negotiate a settlement. the police will not take action. ed dimon

I need Help

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
he needs to hire an attorney and have the attorney meet with this person to negotiate a settlement. he can try by himself and if he has no success, he can then use an attorney. he can decide. the police will not take action. please call if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
he needs to hire an attorney and have the attorney meet with this person to negotiate a settlement. he can try by himself and if he has no success,... Read More

wire fraud

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
A delay in sentence is most unusual. There must be special circumstances. We work closely with the US Attorney. Please call if we can help. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
A delay in sentence is most unusual. There must be special circumstances. We work closely with the US Attorney. Please call if we can help. Ed Dimon,... Read More

Is anyone other then the complaintant, defender and mediator allowed in a mediation session.

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
mediation session for municipal court is as you state in your question: plaintiff; defendant; mediator.  the key to success is preparation. if you cannot resolve and need our help, please call. ed dimonm, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
mediation session for municipal court is as you state in your question: plaintiff; defendant; mediator.  the key to success is preparation. if... Read More

Can a district court judge be found constitutioally liable for withholding the evidence from the petitioner

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
you should present this case to seton hall law school and rutgers law school. the law students would do the legal research and prepare the pleadings. the alternative is approaching a large law firm and asking that the do the work pro bono. ed dimon, esq. 
you should present this case to seton hall law school and rutgers law school. the law students would do the legal research and prepare the pleadings.... Read More

sent back from halfway House to prison

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
you must work with the department of corrections. they control these movements. you must present your position in writing and you must have supporting documentation. this is not an easy task. please let us know if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
you must work with the department of corrections. they control these movements. you must present your position in writing and you must have... Read More

Why is NJ asking for a Dna sample for something that happenned as a minor 7 + years ago?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Nj has large effort in place to collect DNA from all all defendants. the concept is to have this large DNA collection to solve crimes. we can research your specific situation and determine if providing the DNA can be avoided. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
Nj has large effort in place to collect DNA from all all defendants. the concept is to have this large DNA collection to solve crimes. we can... Read More

Can we get a payment arrangement made on fines from municipal court?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
we just won this case in burlington county. your fiance must be given the opportunity to pay via a payment plan. your fiance should offer a plan in writing asap to the judge and clerk. he can put $50 down and pay $100 per month. he must offer a reasonable plan to the judge. he will lose otherwise. ed dimon, esq. ... Read More
we just won this case in burlington county. your fiance must be given the opportunity to pay via a payment plan. your fiance should offer a plan in... Read More

i was charged with attemped murder and i beat trail and i will like to sue the stste what do i do

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
congratulations on winning the trial. the 'devil is in the details' regarding an action against the State. you would have to prove that there was egregious prosecutor misconduct which was intentional. this is very difficult to prove. there would have to be exculpatory evidence which was intentionally withheld by the prosecutor. ed dimon,esq. ... Read More
congratulations on winning the trial. the 'devil is in the details' regarding an action against the State. you would have to prove that there was... Read More

seeking help, low income ,and if all possible to seek assistance(pro bono)

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
i would use the Pubilc Defender. They are excellent in NJ and the judges will work closely with them. the bigger issues for your son are the nature of the charges. the prosecutor may be diifficult to move based on the charges. one other thought would be to borrow the money for the retainer needed for a private attorney from family and friends. they know the situation and know that your son wants to change his life. please call if we can help. ed dimon, esq. ... Read More
i would use the Pubilc Defender. They are excellent in NJ and the judges will work closely with them. the bigger issues for your son are the nature... Read More

When a person is arrested for a 3rd degree crime, ) When do they have to tell their employer when they arrested? indicted? plea bargain?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
the 'devil is in the details'. what are the charges ? do they 'connect' or 'relate' to the employment ? for example, a fraud charge would be important to a bank. we would work with you to explain the charge to the employer so that you are 'telling the story'. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
the 'devil is in the details'. what are the charges ? do they 'connect' or 'relate' to the employment ? for example, a fraud charge would be... Read More

what is on a backround check?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
you should have the arrest expunged so that you can state that you have never been arrested. we do expungements. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
you should have the arrest expunged so that you can state that you have never been arrested. we do expungements. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600

I received a summon for lewdness urinating in public. i have a clean record and it was at a concert. what penalty am i looking at

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
you do not want a criminal record. you need to have the charges dismissed and the arrest expunged. you can then answer that you have never been arrested. we have had good fortune winning these cases. please call if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
you do not want a criminal record. you need to have the charges dismissed and the arrest expunged. you can then answer that you have never been... Read More

Avoiding Court

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
the key to success is satisfying the lender. if the lender is included in the contract and there is collateral, then the lender will agree. the devil is in the details. we would like to repsresent you in these negotiations with the lender and with your daughter. we have had good fortune with these cases even if the prosecutor gets involved because someone 'blows the whistle'. please call to discuss. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235. ... Read More
the key to success is satisfying the lender. if the lender is included in the contract and there is collateral, then the lender will agree. the devil... Read More
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