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Will i be able to join any military branch? If not, is there any way around it?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
i would recommennd that we have the arrest expunged. after the expungement, you can legally answer under NJ law that you have never been arrested. after the expungement, we would guide you through the military application process. the military has access to records and also, requires that you make certain disclosures. the key is to be pro-active. we use a former militart person for the military guidance. have you fulfilled all the requirements of PTI ? when does PTI end ? do you have any other arrests ? the cost of the expungement would be $1500. please call if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
i would recommennd that we have the arrest expunged. after the expungement, you can legally answer under NJ law that you have never been arrested.... Read More

If I am declared innocent who pays administrative costs?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
the towing company will not release your car without payment or an order from tje judge or prosecutor. you should, or your attorney should negotiate with the prosecutor. however, you should do an evaluation of the costs. would it be cheaper to pay the towing company ? ed dimon, esq.
the towing company will not release your car without payment or an order from tje judge or prosecutor. you should, or your attorney should negotiate... Read More

Reduce Ticket?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
the keys to success are your clean driving record and negotiations with the attorney for the injured party. the prosecutor and judge need a written record that the injured party does not object to a lesser charge. please let me know if we can help you with the negotiations. we have had good fortune in the past. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
the keys to success are your clean driving record and negotiations with the attorney for the injured party. the prosecutor and judge need a written... Read More

If I am 17 with a probationary licence and get a ticket for Careless Driving which is a 2 point violation, will I have my license suspended if guilty?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
you can have an attorney represent you or you can bring your parents. you cannot represent yourself at age 17. the attorney will be able to negotiate a better settlement with fewer consequences. for example, you would want 'no points'. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235. please call if we can help.... Read More
you can have an attorney represent you or you can bring your parents. you cannot represent yourself at age 17. the attorney will be able to negotiate... Read More

Can i sue some that totaled my car that cant be replaced the same how it was?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
did you have insurance coverage for the damage done to your car ? if so, they will pay you for the worth of the car. for example, if car is 2000 model and is worth $10,000, the insurance company will pay you $10,000. if you put additional cost of $10,000 in the 2000 model, the insurance company will not pay you for the additional monies invested in the 2000 model. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
did you have insurance coverage for the damage done to your car ? if so, they will pay you for the worth of the car. for example, if car is 2000... Read More

I got a ticket for a suspended because I didnt get the notice that i would have to pay a yearly fee for my prior ticket , driving without a licsense

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
we can help you with the court and with nj dmv. the key is getting your license restored at nj dmv and then addressing the traffic violations. we use lance lebaron to 'walk us through the nj dmv' process. we then represent you in negotiations with the prosecutor and judge to have the more serious charge dismissed. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
we can help you with the court and with nj dmv. the key is getting your license restored at nj dmv and then addressing the traffic violations. we use... Read More

Can a police officer require you to present identification based solely on warrants from the R.O of a vehicle?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
yes. the police have the obligation to stop the car for the warrant and an obligation to determine who is driving the car. thye would lose their job if they did not take those actions. this was proper and required procedure. ed dimon, esq.
yes. the police have the obligation to stop the car for the warrant and an obligation to determine who is driving the car. thye would lose their job... Read More

Can I get off with police error on my traffic ticket?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
no. i would explain the error to the court administrator asap. they will work with you to correct the mistake. ed dimon, esq.
no. i would explain the error to the court administrator asap. they will work with you to correct the mistake. ed dimon, esq.

Concern about ticket for "Urination in public" on federal property

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
where you on federal property when you were charged ? did you anger the federal officials ? why did they charge you ? we should be able to have these charges dismissed. please call. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
where you on federal property when you were charged ? did you anger the federal officials ? why did they charge you ? we should be able to have these... Read More

Can someone get you in trouble with their videotape of you speeding or any other traffic violation?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
if someone had a videotape of you committing a violation, the police can use this video as evidence. we are now seeing this all the time with Facebook pictures. please let me know if we can hepl. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
if someone had a videotape of you committing a violation, the police can use this video as evidence. we are now seeing this all the time with... Read More

Can someone videotape you speeding and get you in trouble?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
america is a free country. you can video any actions at any time including another person speeding. ed dimon, esq.
america is a free country. you can video any actions at any time including another person speeding. ed dimon, esq.

Can I retrieve funds spent on legal fees after successfully having a traffic ticket dismissed in court?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
you can have a trial with regard to the four tickets. the state must prove their case. the problem with that approach is that you must be successful. if you lose, you will receive greater punishments from the prosecutor and judge. valter must, esq. is my partner. he is a former prosecutor for twenty years. he is a 'certified trial attorney'. there are very few. he could represent you at the trial. the legal fee would be $3500. in the alternative, i should be able to negotiate a lesser sentence, possible no points, if you have a clean driving record and you follow our plan. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
you can have a trial with regard to the four tickets. the state must prove their case. the problem with that approach is that you must be successful.... Read More

Can I successfully have a speeding ticket issued by frontal pacing dismissed in court?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
the judge will believe the officer. how fast was the speed ? what is your driving record ? we may be able to help you. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
the judge will believe the officer. how fast was the speed ? what is your driving record ? we may be able to help you. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More

Do I have to announce that I am recording an officer on dashcam?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
you can record the officer with your recording device. there is no requirement that you alert the officer. we have had good success with our clients having video proof of what has happened. we were successful in a police assault case and in a DWI case. ed dimon, esq.
you can record the officer with your recording device. there is no requirement that you alert the officer. we have had good success with our clients... Read More

I was ticketed for driving someone elses unregistered car. The owner of the car has promised to pay the fines; however, it has been two years.

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
you are responsible for driving the unregistered vehicle. you are responsible for the ticket. you are responsible for the fines. you are responsible for appearing in court. you cannot blame another person.  ed dimon, esq.
you are responsible for driving the unregistered vehicle. you are responsible for the ticket. you are responsible for the fines. you are responsible... Read More

Expired drivers license

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
you have fixed the problem with nj dmv. do you have a clean driving record ? if so, the fixing of the problem and your clean driving record will allow the prosecutor to give you a break. you will not have a criminal record. ed dimon, esq.
you have fixed the problem with nj dmv. do you have a clean driving record ? if so, the fixing of the problem and your clean driving record will... Read More

Car title and mechanic bill

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
do not report the car stolen. the car was not stolen and you will be charged with filing a false document. the mechanic has a lien on the car for the work done on the car. the car is in your name. you are on the title. i would negotiate with the mechanic. what is the car worth ? how much is the bill ?  ed dimon, esq.... Read More
do not report the car stolen. the car was not stolen and you will be charged with filing a false document. the mechanic has a lien on the car for the... Read More

i was mailed a letter saying to go to court to for a violation of which i never commited. i went to court and did not plead guilty, hence i am going t

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
what was the actual charge ? what happened in court ? what did the police report state ? i would need to review the police report and charge. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
what was the actual charge ? what happened in court ? what did the police report state ? i would need to review the police report and charge. ed... Read More

Summons for Court appearance from PAPD-PATH office for "Disrupt Public Transportation Path Train" Under 32:1-146.8(7) .

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
this chage is 'fact sensitive'. you cannot use the 'emergency stop' to get off the train. the judge will consider this a serious charge if there were not 'extenuating' circumstances. was this an emergency ? were you having a panic attack ? ed dimon. esq. 732-797-1600
this chage is 'fact sensitive'. you cannot use the 'emergency stop' to get off the train. the judge will consider this a serious charge if there were... Read More

how can i fight a noisy muffler ticket?

Answered 12 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
we can help you fight the ticket. we would use an expert who would testify that the sound is within the legal limits for mufflers. the key is the legitimacy of the expert. if he/she is legitimate, we will win the case. the problem is cost. how much do you want to spend for the sound expert and for a lawyer ? the cost may be $3000. it may be simpler to pay the ticket. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
we can help you fight the ticket. we would use an expert who would testify that the sound is within the legal limits for mufflers. the key is the... Read More

Borrowed friend's uninsured car and got into a small accident.

Answered 12 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
you must correct all the registration/insurance problems with NJ DMV before you go to court. you must have written proof of fixing/correcting the problems. you will then be successful in court. please let me knoe iof we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
you must correct all the registration/insurance problems with NJ DMV before you go to court. you must have written proof of fixing/correcting the... Read More

I received a moving violation in Jersey City, NJ. The name on my summons lists an incorrect middle initial. Is that grounds for dismissal?

Answered 12 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
the incorrect middle initial will not be grounds for dismissal. ed dimon, esq.
the incorrect middle initial will not be grounds for dismissal. ed dimon, esq.

Will points on my license/suspension for a ticket in NJ affect my NYS license?

Answered 12 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
the 113 mph may cause certain municipal judges to place you in jail for 1-5 days. the judge will also be 'heavy handed' regarding the other violations based upon the speed. you need to have a reason for doing 113 mph. you need to demonstrate that you are a productive member of society. you need a pro-active plan for both the prosecutor and judge. we had a case two weeks ago in which the person was traveling over 100 mph. we had a good story to tell and where successful. please let me know if we can help. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
the 113 mph may cause certain municipal judges to place you in jail for 1-5 days. the judge will also be 'heavy handed' regarding the other... Read More

if court sends a summons to the wrong address and you never recieve it do you have to pay the summons fee for not appearing to court?

Answered 12 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
i would work closely with the municipal court clerk [and put in writing] the actual address on the summons, the address where the summons should have been sent, the possible reasons for the error and your willingness to work with the court clerk to fix the problem. if there is no clear written record of this effort, you will lose the case. ed dimon, esq,... Read More
i would work closely with the municipal court clerk [and put in writing] the actual address on the summons, the address where the summons should have... Read More

surcharge

Answered 12 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
you can order your driving abstract from NJ DMV . the abstract will list the tickets/charges. the abstract will also list the convictions/dismissals. the abstract is the official record. you would then know the proper amount of points. ed dimon, esq.
you can order your driving abstract from NJ DMV . the abstract will list the tickets/charges. the abstract will also list the convictions/dismissals.... Read More
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