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if someone commits a crime in your car without ur knowledge what should you do?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
call the police and explain in detail what happened. you should also file a written statement with the police so that there is a record. ed dimon, esq.
call the police and explain in detail what happened. you should also file a written statement with the police so that there is a record. ed dimon,... Read More

Can an arrest be expunged if the charges were dismissed

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
yes. the arrest can be expunged. we do two-three expungements per week. the cost is $1500. after the expungement, you can legally state that you have never been arrested. please call to discuss. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
yes. the arrest can be expunged. we do two-three expungements per week. the cost is $1500. after the expungement, you can legally state that you have... Read More

what can i do if the courts issued a warrant by mistake

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
you must contact the court and explain in writing that the court is in error. you must have a written record of what happened, the person to who you spoke, the person's recommendation, your documented following of said recommendation. send documentation to judge and prosecutor. ed dimon. esq.... Read More
you must contact the court and explain in writing that the court is in error. you must have a written record of what happened, the person to who you... Read More

What's the best way to get around a municipal 2C:29-3B (4)

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
i was raised in florence, nj. my dad was the dentist, dr. dimon. my aunt was the school nurse, margaret dougherty. i would need to know the circumstances behind the charge. what happened ? what were the consequences ? i had a case in ocean county where the defendant lied and the person died.  ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
i was raised in florence, nj. my dad was the dentist, dr. dimon. my aunt was the school nurse, margaret dougherty. i would need to know the... Read More

what will happen to me on my two charges of marijuana possession?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
the key is not having a criminal record because this record will make employment more difficult. the two charges are 'disorderly persons' offenses. they can be addressed with the proper representation. i would borrow the money from your family or friends to pay for a lawyer. please let me know if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
the key is not having a criminal record because this record will make employment more difficult. the two charges are 'disorderly persons' offenses.... Read More

i might have burglary charges hanging over me in new jersey

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
burglary charges are serious. they are at least 3rd degree crimes which are within the jurisdiction of the superior court and the county prosecutor. do you have a prior criminal record ? this will be taken into consideration. what were the circumstances surrounding the burglary ? the legal costs would be at least $5000. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
burglary charges are serious. they are at least 3rd degree crimes which are within the jurisdiction of the superior court and the county prosecutor.... Read More

Today I have court in NJ for a minor shoplifting offense. Should I plea guilty or not? What are the ramifications of both pleas?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
i would not want a criminal record. employment is difficult with a record. the police will more readily charge you if you have a record. i would fight the charge. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
i would not want a criminal record. employment is difficult with a record. the police will more readily charge you if you have a record. i would... Read More

Can police use evidence they found in my home before I gave them the consent to search my home even if I let them in?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Why did they look in the bag? Who was the owner of the bag? I need more details. There is a chance the evidence could be suppressed.
Why did they look in the bag? Who was the owner of the bag? I need more details. There is a chance the evidence could be suppressed.

What can I press charges for if my neighbor kicked in my door?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
yes, you can press charges. however, to be successful, you need to press the correct charge and have the proper supporting evidence which will cause the police and prosecutor to support the charge. otherwise, you are wasting your time because you will not get the police/prosecutor support. we would have our private investigator, lance lebaron, a police officer for 34 years, prepare the charge and evidence for you. his cost would be $500. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
yes, you can press charges. however, to be successful, you need to press the correct charge and have the proper supporting evidence which will cause... Read More