Domestic Violence Offense in Springfield Township
In 2013, the last year New Jersey compiled domestic violence statistics, there were 64,556 domestic violence offenses reported by police, and 44 domestic violence murders in New Jersey. To provide some context, the number of American troops killed in Afghanistan and Iraq between 2001 and 2012 was 6,488. The number of American women who were murdered by current or former male partners during the same period was 11,766. The domestic violence problem is ongoing and touches all communities, including a Union County municipality like Springfield New Jersey. As a result, law enforcement agencies are aggressively charging and prosecuting criminal offenses related to domestic violence. If you have been charged with a domestic violence offense in Springfield or were served with a temporary restraining order, you need to speak to an attorney immediately.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall have years of experience zealously and sensitively representing clients charged with a domestic violence offense and facing restraining orders in Union County, including those arising in Springfield Township. An attorney on our defense team will prepare a thorough defense to the Springfield domestic assault or other criminal offense, as well as a temporary or final restraining order. For a free consultation with a lawyer at the firm, call our Union Township office at 908-272-1700. You should at least get to know your legal options by speaking with one of our lawyers so you can make an informed decision about who should handle your case.
Domestic Violence in Springfield New Jersey
The term domestic violence does not refer to a specific offense but rather a number of charges committed against a spouse, ex-spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend, parties to dating relationship, siblings and other individuals who reside in the same household. When this occurs, an individual can not only be arrested and charged with a disorderly persons offense in Springfield Municipal Court or indictable crime of the first, second, third or fourth degree at the Union County Superior Court in Elizabeth but also be the subject of a restraining order.
The Prevention of Domestic Violence Act allows an individual to seek the protection of a restraining order if they are the victim of:
- Simple Assault
- Aggravated Assault
- Homicide
- Kidnapping
- Criminal Restraint
- False Imprisonment
- Criminal Sexual Contact
- Sexual Assault
- Terroristic Threats
- Criminal Mischief
- Criminal Trespass
- Stalking
- Harassment
- Burglary
- Lewdness
A restraining order, either temporary or permanent, is a court order that mandates that a defendant maintain a certain distance away from an alleged domestic violence victim. A restraining order also bars the defendant from possessing any weapons. Violating the terms of a restraining order results in a criminal charge for contempt.
Springfield Restraining Order Defense Lawyer
If you are facing a domestic violence charge and/or a restraining order, you need to get legal guidance from a respected domestic violence lawyer to help you. The lawyers at the Law Office of Jonathan F. Marshall are experts in domestic violence matters. They have the know-how to evaluate the facts and help you reach the best resolution in your case. Call 908-272-1700 to speak to an attorney immediately in a a free initial consultation. Lawyers at our Union Township office are available to give you the advice you need to make informed decisions on your case.
