Reckless Driving
Reckless Driving
The Challenge: The client was traveling at 110 mph, well over the posted speed limit. The prosecution sought to impose a license suspension.
The Strategy: Sometimes the evidence in the case is stacked against the client, and the legal options for challenging the proofs are limited. However, this does not mean there are no options. Sometimes the best defense is through mitigating circumstances at sentencing to reduce the actual sentence imposed. That was the case here, where the firm was able to successfully argue for no suspension on a speeding ticket, clocking the client at 110 mph
DWI
DWI
The Challenge: The client’s license had been suspended for a cumulative 30-years after 3 DWIs prior to 2000.
The Strategy: The client had been sentenced to three consecutive 10-year suspension periods for DWIs occurring over 26 years ago. By outlining the significant steps the client has taken towards sobriety the firm was successful in reducing his sentence, allowing him to restore his license immediately.
Aggravated Assault
Aggravated Assault
The Challenge: Client was convicted of aggravated assault at trial (handled by prior counsel); prosecution sought 364 days in Burlington County Jail at sentencing.
The Strategy: Retained solely for sentencing, presented strong mitigating factors persuading the judge to impose probation instead of jail time.
Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances
Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances
The Challenge: The client was facing serious drug possession charges following a police search and seizure.
The Strategy: Successfully challenged an unlawful search that violated the client’s Fourth Amendment rights.
First-Degree Drug Manufacturing
First-Degree Drug Manufacturing
The Challenge: The client was facing high-level felony charges and the prospect of remaining in custody pending trial.
The Strategy: Secured release at detention hearing by attacking the State’s justification for pretrial detention.
Fraud / Bad Checks
Fraud / Bad Checks
The Challenge: The client was accused of financial fraud involving the issuance of bad checks.
The Strategy: Defense investigation uncovered witness statements proving the client was not involved in the alleged fraud.
Shoplifting
Shoplifting
The Challenge: The client was facing criminal charges and potential fines or jail time for a retail theft allegation.
The Strategy: Presented video evidence conclusively showing the client did not commit the offense.
Arson
Arson
The Challenge: The client was facing a significant five-year prison term following an arson conviction.
The Strategy: Presented compelling mitigating factors regarding the client’s background and circumstances, reducing the sentence from five years to four.
Aggravated Assault
Aggravated Assault
The Challenge: The client was facing violent felony charges that carried the risk of a lengthy prison sentence.
The Strategy: Recovered surveillance footage proving the alleged victim was the initial aggressor.
Trespassing (Improperly Charged)
Trespassing (Improperly Charged)
The Challenge: The client was being held in jail after a minor incident was incorrectly classified as a serious felony.
The Strategy: Successfully argued the charge was not detention-eligible and had been improperly elevated from a misdemeanor to a felony.
Temporary Restraining Order Violation
Temporary Restraining Order Violation
The Challenge: The client was facing criminal penalties for an alleged violation of a court-mandated restraining order.
The Strategy: Defense investigation established the alleged victim was mistaken about the claimed contact.