Wall Township Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you have been accused of a crime, the first thing you should do is hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to make sure you know your rights and begin preparing your defense. As a former prosecutor and seasoned defense attorney, Jason A. Volet is ready to handle your case. From minor traffic violations to the most serious offenses, he has the training and experience to build the strongest defense possible on your behalf. Depending on your case, he may even be able to help you get your charges reduced or dismissed.

If you have been accused of a crime in Wall, do not wait to contact The Law Office of Jason A. Volet today. We offer free, confidential consultations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

How Can Our Criminal Defense Firm Help You?

Being accused of a crime can be a frightening experience, but you do not need to face it alone. Criminal defense attorney Jason A. Volet is standing by to evaluate your case and help you understand your rights. As a former Monmouth County prosecutor, he has the training and experience to prepare a solid defense on your behalf. He has handled over 2,000 cases, including those involving:

• Domestic violence 
• Drug crimes 
• Drunk driving (DWI/DUI) 
• Expungement 
• Federal crimes 
• Gun possession 
• Juvenile crimes 
• Municipal courts 
• Property crimes
• Sex crimes
• Superior court offenses 
• Theft 
• Traffic violations 
• Violent crimes 
• Weapons charges 
• White-collar crimes 

Being convicted of even a minor crime can lead to very serious and long-lasting consequences in your life. Therefore, it is important that you secure legal representation from an experienced defense attorney you can trust. For a video series presented by Jason A. Volet discussing frequently asked questions in New Jersey criminal defense cases, please follow this link.

Why Does Wall Experience a High Rate of DWIs and Traffic Tickets?

The Wall Township Municipal Court is a busy place, especially when it comes to DWIs and other traffic violations. Wall’s location at the intersection of Interstate 195 and the Garden State Parkway means the township sees a high amount of traffic despite its relatively small population. Several state routes — 18, 33, 34, 35, 70, 71, 138 — also pass through the area, adding to the high traffic flow.

Further, Wall’s location in southern Monmouth County places it near some of the busiest stretches of the Jersey Shore. Famous for its seaside attractions, including the highest regional concentration of boardwalks in the country, this tourist hot spot draws in thousands of visitors from neighboring states and as far off as Canada every year. Though the region attracts year-round visitors, the tourist industry peaks during the summer months.

All in all, these factors go a long way in explaining the high rate of traffic violations in and around Wall. According to one study, Monmouth County saw more DWI violations than any other county in the state in 2018. Further, according to the Wall Township Police Department, there were 217 DWI arrests made within the township in 2019 alone.

As we all know, driving while intoxicated is dangerous for everyone on the road, including ourselves. A motorist is considered legally intoxicated if they have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher, and a DWI conviction can lead to severe penalties, including jail time. If you have been charged with a DWI, The Law Office of Jason A. Volet is ready to fight for you.

Municipal vs. Superior Court: What’s the Difference?

Most criminal cases in New Jersey are resolved in either municipal court or superior court. This section outlines the basic differences between these two legal venues.

Municipal Court

According to the New Jersey Court System, there are around 7 million criminal cases brought in the state each year. Six out of every seven are heard in municipal court. There are currently 539 municipal courts throughout the state.

These courts are responsible for hearing most cases involving disorderly persons offenses. Roughly analogous to misdemeanors in other states, these crimes may result in a fine of up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail. These offenses include things like:

• Simple drug possession
• Possession of drug paraphernalia
• Harassment
• Simple assault
• Minor shoplifting
• Disorderly conduct
• Resisting arrest
• Writing bad checks
• Public lewdness

Municipal courts also hear cases involving “petty” disorderly persons offenses, which include various minor infractions that may result in a maximum fine of $500 and up to 30 days in jail.

Superior Court

There are 21 superior courts throughout the state, one for each county. These venues function as the primary trial courts in New Jersey. While municipal courts are responsible for hearing cases involving most disorderly persons offenses, the county superior courts hear those involving more serious offenses known as indictable crimes, the New Jersey equivalent of felonies in other states.

Being convicted for an indictable crime leads to very serious legal consequences. These crimes are subdivided into first, second, third, and fourth degrees. Depending on which degree your crime falls into, it can result in a few years to multiple decades in prison, as well as fines ranging from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Indictable crimes include things like:

• Murder
• Manslaughter
• Unlawful possession of a handgun
• Money laundering
• Aggravated sexual assault
• Robbery
• Kidnapping
• Aggravated arson
• Disarming a police officer
• Large-quantity drug distribution
• Maintaining or operating a drug facility

The majority of criminal trials heard in superior court are decided by a 12-member jury. Therefore, if accused of one of these crimes, it is very important that you secure representation with an attorney experienced in presenting a case before a jury panel.

Jason A. Volet has the experience necessary to handle even the most serious criminal defense cases. Do not wait to call today for your free consultation. To learn more about results we have achieved on behalf of our clients, please follow this link.

Speak to a Criminal Defense Lawyer Near You

Being accused of a crime is among the most traumatic experiences someone can go through. If you were charged with a crime in Wall, contact The Law Office of Jason A. Volet today. We offer free, confidential consultations 24 hours a day, seven days a week.