New Jersey Criminal Defense Legal Questions

Dear Ms. Kabi:   what your ex-boyfriend did is not just morally reprehensible, but also a serious crime.  There were many people in need of funds who did not receive them because of fraudsters.  I would encourage you to report the fraud by calling the National Center for Disaster Fraud Hotline: 1-866-720-5721 Best regards,   Adrienne... Read More

The prosecutor has complete access to the person's criminal history. The key to successful representation for shoplifting is working closely with the risk manager for the store. We work closely with both the store and the prosecutor. Please let us know if we can help. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235 a... Read More

Has the person been charged and convicted and served the sentence for the crime ? If not, the prosecutor in the county where the crime occurred is in control with regard to both the investigation and the prosecution of the charges. You should work closely with the prosecutor's 'victim advocate'. We can gude you through the process if that would be helpful. If the person has been convicted and served time and is now paroled, there are no actions which can be taken by you with regard to the criminal charges. They are conplete. However, you may have options with regard to bringing a civil complaint. When did the crime happen ? What are your goals with regard to the wrongful death action ? Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More

The key to the answer is the circumstances. Had you already pled guilty ? If you had entered the guilty plea on the record, then 'retracting' the plea is most difficult. Had you also been sentenced ? This would present an additional hurdle. If this is the case, your only opportunity is the have an attorney file for 'post conviction relief'. We can represent you on this motion. Please call asap to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ... Read More

The key is working with the NJ prosecutor to determine the validity of the charges and the prosecutor's desire to move forward. You will need representation in NJ. Please check our background and recommendations. I was the First Assistant Prosecutor in NJ. Please call asap to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235. No charge for the call. ... Read More

The key is getting into the Pretrial Intervention program. You can use the 'facts' about the money differences to your benefit with the prosecutor. We use the PTI program all the time. The charges are ultimately dismissed. You can have the arrest expunged. Please call asap to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 7320797-1600 ext 235... Read More

I beleive we may have previously responded to this question. The proper answer would require a review of the Adult Presentence Report which sets forth the circumstances behind the charges and the gulity plea and the role of the family of the victim. We work closely with clients in similar situations from the biginning of their incarceration to have a 'plan of action' which supports the earliest possible release. We work with the Parole Board staff on a daily basis for their guidance. This has made the approach successful. Please call immediately to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More

You would be eligible fpr parole after serving approximately one-third of the sentence, with credit for 'good behavior'. We work closely with clients and the Parole Board at the beginning of the sentence to inusre that the proper actions are taken by the client/inmate to be successful in their request for parole. Please call immediately to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More

The key is the reason for the warrants. What is the basis for the warrants ? We have done a client who had 10 warrants in 10 different locations. We were honest with all 10 places and had immediate success in 8 places. The last 2 places were difficult. This can be expensive if municipal court is difficult. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More

We need to review the charges and prior history of your brother and the plea offers made and the detention hearing record to provide a proper answer. Incarceration is most unusual and would depend upon dangers to the victim or society. We are available to discuss the issues. Please call. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600... Read More

The prosecutor will require guilty pleas and sentences for both parties before anyone will be released. The prosecutor will not take the chance on one person or another changing their mind about acceptance of responsibility. This happens all the time. Please let us know if we can help your boyfriend with the negotiations. The key is specificity and clarity and putting the agreement in writing. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq.  Cell is 201-892-4824... Read More

I believe i answered this question. We have just completed a similar case. We looked carefully at the circumstances of the NY diversion and spoke with the NY authorities. The NY diversion did not disqualify our client from getting PTI in NJ. Please call asap to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. cell is 201-892-4824... Read More