Protecting Your Rights In Aggravated Assault Cases
If you are facing an aggravated assault charge in southern or central New Jersey, it is a very serious matter. Depending on the severity of the situation, you may be facing thousands of dollars in fines and years in prison. As an experienced defense attorney, I know how these types of penalties can be life-changing. If you have been charged with aggravated assault, I can help. At The Law Office of Jill R. Cohen, I work tirelessly to protect my clients’ lives, futures and families.
Understanding Aggravated Assault
In New Jersey, there are both simple assault and aggravated assault charges that one can face. The aggravated assault charges are naturally more severe as they tend to involve premeditated criminal acts, extreme disregard for human safety or life, or assault of especially fragile individuals.
Penalties and fines for aggravated assault are generally more severe than those of simple assault due to the crime being more violent. Aggravated assault falls under a second-, third- or fourth-degree crime and is categorized into one of the three depending on how serious the crime is, how seriously harmed the victim is, who the victim is, etc.
Creating A Strong And Thoughtful Defense
As a former prosecutor, and a certified criminal trial attorney, I understand how assault cases get built and what the courts will consider when reaching a verdict and sentence. Though aggravated assaults are generally more severe, there are a lot of considerations that courts take into account when considering a case.
With the correct strategy, preparation and execution, a proper criminal defense attorney can make a life-changing difference. With decades of experience, The Law Office of Jill R. Cohen has advocated for the rights of hundreds of New Jersey residents in court. My dedication and attentiveness can be seen as evidenced by the results I’ve obtained for my clients.
Talk To Me, Attorney Jill R. Cohen, About Your Aggravated Assault Charges Today
If you got caught up in a violent situation you didn’t want to be or didn’t mean to be in, I am here to defend you and work to get the charges dropped whenever possible. Contact my New Jersey law office online or call 856-754-5501 for a free initial consultation regarding your aggravated assault charges.
