A harassment offense arises in Perth Amboy when text messages, emails, telephone calls or other conduct crosses line and enters into the realm of unreasonable, annoying and harassing conduct. If you have been charged with harassing another person, don’t be fooled into think that you are facing a civil case. Harassment is a criminal charge that results in both a record and the potential for serious penalties, including a significant jail. This is a primary reason why hiring an accomplished lawyer is so important if you were arrested for harassment in Perth Amboy New Jersey.
The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall has a team of attorneys that are extremely proficient in defending harassment charges in Perth Amboy Municipal Court and the rest of Middlesex County. Our lawyers have over a century of experience to utilize to attack the case against you. For an immediate consultation with an attorney free of charge, contact our office anytime 24/7 at 732-751-4458.
Harassment Charge in Perth Amboy New Jersey
A harassment charge in Perth Amboy arises out of a N.J.S.A. 2C:33-4. An individual can commit harassment under this law in three primary ways: (1) physically; (2) verbally; and (3) non-verbal communications. Physical harassment occurs where a person strikes, shoves, kicks or otherwise touches another with the purpose to harass, cause alarm or seriously annoy. Verbal and non-verbal harassment occurs when communications are anonymous or at extremely inconvenient hours, or in offensively coarse language, or any other manner likely to cause annoyance or alarm. Classic examples of this form of harassment include repeatedly calling someone and hanging up or sending too many or inappropriate text messages or emails.
A harassment charge in Perth Amboy Municipal Court is usually charged as petty disorderly persons offenses (a misdemeanor), punishable by up to 30 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $500. However, in more severe cases, the offense can be charged as a fourth-degree crime (a felony), punishable by up to 18 months in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000. Harassment is a fourth degree crime if the defendant is on probation, parole or is serving a custodial sentence (e.g. prison or county jail).
Perth Amboy Domestic Violence Harassment Offense. In addition to a criminal offense for harassment, you can be served with a temporary restraining order if the allegations arise out of “domestic violence”. What this means is that you will be barred from speaking or having any contact with the plaintiff unless and until the restraining order is dismissed voluntarily or as the result of a final restraining order hearing. Our Perth Amboy Domestic Violence Lawyers are adept in defending restraining orders, as well as contempt violations.
Diversion of a Perth Amboy Harassment Charge.
Perth Amboy Harassment Attorney
The lawyers at Law Offices Of Jonathan F. Marshall routinely, aggressively, and effectively represents people accused of harassment. If you are facing a harassment charge in Perth Amboy, an attorney at the firm has what it will take to fully protect you. Whether your case involves a face-to-face encounter, allegations of nasty texts or emails or some other variety of harassing conduct, our attorneys will present your very best arguments to avoid a conviction and penalties under 2C:33-4. To speak to a lawyers immediately, call our Woodbridge Office at 732-751-4458.
