New Jersey Sex Crime Attorneys

Helping Clients Defeat Serious Legal Charges

Sexual offenses in New Jersey are enumerated in the New Jersey Criminal Code found in Title 2C; chapter 14. A sex crimes conviction in New Jersey may lead to a considerable jail sentence and other penalties that may affect a defendant’s finances and social and personal status.

In addition to state prison time, a plea of guilty or a conviction for a sexual offense in New Jersey can expose a defendant to Megan’s Law registration requirements and community supervision for life. Megan’s Law may require mandatory registration in an internet database and potential notifications to the community, your neighborhood, and your place of employment. Moreover, you are only eligible to be removed from these registration requirements after fifteen years if you meet specific criteria.

The Bianchi Law Group, LLC is composed of a team of former trial prosecutors who have handled the investigations and prosecutions of most crimes in New Jersey and will defend you for all federal and state crimes in New Jersey, including a sex crime. We are standing by to take on your case and protect your rights. Call 862-292-4442 today for a free, confidential consultation.

Are Your Sex Crimes Attorneys Experienced Litigators?

Founding partner and former Morris County Prosecutor Robert A. Bianchi has returned to private practice after running the operations of the entire Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, having served as the Morris County Prosecutor for 5 and 1/2 years (2007-2013). Mr. Bianchi was appointed Morris County Prosecutor by the Governor of the State of New Jersey and unanimously confirmed by the New Jersey Senate in 2007.

While serving as the Morris County Prosecutor, Mr. Bianchi ran the entire office’s operations, including all of its attorneys, detectives, and support staff, with an approximately 11 million dollar budget. His innovative programs and approach have led to numerous awards from state, local, municipal, business, and private entities. Robert Bianchi served on the Executive Board of the County Prosecutors’ Association and was one of the few prosecutors to argue cases, motions, and sentences in court in many years. He tried a murder case himself, which is extremely rare for a sitting county prosecutor.

Mr. Bianchi was previously a Hudson County Assistant Prosecutor (1989-1996) and thereafter a partner in the law firm Bianchi & Bianchi (1996-2007). Robert was one of the few attorneys in the State who qualified to handle death penalty cases when New Jersey had the death penalty.

Partner David J. Bruno returned to private practice after serving as Morris County Assistant Prosecutor (2007-2013). As an assistant prosecutor, Mr. Bruno prosecuted murder, major crimes, white collar, internal affairs, domestic violence, and elderly abuse cases. Additionally, Mr. Bruno handled fraud and major crimes investigations and successfully tried a wide variety of trials, including securing convictions for several high-profile murder cases.

In December 2012, then Prosecutor Bianchi and Assistant Prosecutor Bruno worked together to secure a murder conviction against Jose Feliciano for the violent death of Father Edward Hinds at St. Patrick’s Church in Chatham, New Jersey. Mr. Feliciano was sentenced to life without parole.

Together, Robert A. Bianchi, David J. Bruno, and our team of former prosecutors make up an aggressive, ethical, and results-oriented New Jersey Criminal Defense firm that handles all criminal, municipal, and DUI/DWI cases in New Jersey, including sex crimes cases.

What Should I Do if I’ve Been Charged with a Sex Crime in New Jersey?

Being charged with a sex crime can be upsetting and frustrating. These criminal charges often bring a great deal of stigma, making it difficult to defeat your charges and protect your freedoms. If you or a loved one has been charged with a sex crime, you might wonder what you can do to protect your future and avoid a conviction.

One of the most critical factors in a sex crime case is having a talented defense attorney on your side who will watch out for your interests and ensure your rights are protected. At The Bianchi Law Group, LLC, our skilled litigators have decades of experience, including years spent as prosecutors. We understand how the opposition works and will leverage our experience, talent, and honed skills to get you the best results possible.

With such devastating consequences for a conviction, you must act quickly to get the legal defense you need. Our team will help you navigate the legal system, including answering law enforcement questions, developing a strong defense, negotiating a favorable plea deal, and representing you fearlessly before a judge or jury. Call now to schedule your free consultation and discuss the details of your unique case.

Are Your Lawyers Certified Criminal Trial Attorneys?

In New Jersey, the New Jersey Supreme Court has a certification committee that classifies certain New Jersey Lawyers as Certified Trial Attorneys. The process requires the prospective attorneys to satisfy strict criteria, including extensive jury trials, a primary focus on criminal law, an application submission, a peer review process, a character and background check, and pass a written examination. Only 250 of over 93,000 lawyers (less than 1%) are designated as certified criminal trial attorneys by the New Jersey Supreme Court.

Finding a certified criminal trial attorney should be an important factor in choosing your New Jersey criminal defense attorney to represent you. Many New Jersey lawyers describe themselves as trial attorneys, but most do not have the New Jersey Court’s distinction as certified criminal trial Attorneys.

Partners Robert A. Bianchi and David J. Bruno are also both certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as criminal trial attorneys. Our lead attorneys are ready to defend your rights and put our legal skills to the test. Call today to learn more about how we can help you.

What Are Some Key Definitions to Know when Dealing with New Jersey Sex Crimes?

The New Jersey Criminal Code, N.J.S.A. 2C:14-1, contains specific definitions applicable to sexual offenses.

The following definitions apply to this chapter:

a. “Actor” means a person accused of an offense proscribed under this act;

b. “Victim” means a person alleging to have been subjected to offenses proscribed by this act;

c. “Sexual penetration” means vaginal intercourse, cunnilingus, fellatio, or anal intercourse between persons or insertion of the hand, finger, or object into the anus or vagina either by the actor or upon the actor’s instruction. The depth of insertion shall not be relevant as to the question of commission of the crime;

d. “Sexual contact” means an intentional touching by the victim or actor, either directly or through clothing, of the victim’s or actor’s intimate parts for the purpose of degrading or humiliating the victim or sexually arousing or sexually gratifying the actor. Sexual contact of the actor with himself must be in view of the victim whom the actor knows to be present;

e. “Intimate parts” means the following body parts: sexual organs, genital area, anal area, inner thigh, groin, buttock or breast of a person;

f. “Severe personal injury” means severe bodily injury, disfigurement, disease, incapacitating mental anguish or chronic pain;

g. “Physically helpless” means that condition in which a person is unconscious or is physically unable to flee or is physically unable to communicate unwillingness to act;
h. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2011, c. 232)

i. “Mentally incapacitated” means that condition in which a person is rendered temporarily incapable of understanding or controlling his conduct due to the influence of a narcotic, anesthetic, intoxicant, or other substance administered to that person without his prior knowledge or consent, or due to any other act committed upon that person which rendered that person incapable of appraising or controlling his conduct;

j. “Coercion” as used in this chapter shall refer to those acts which are defined as criminal coercion in section 2C:13-5(1), (2), (3), (4), (6) and (7).

Should You Hire Our New Jersey Sex Crime Attorneys?

Contact Former Morris County Prosecutor Robert A. Bianchi, Esq. and David J. Bruno, Esq. at The Bianchi Law Group, LLC online or call (862) 292-4442 to schedule an initial consultation with an experienced New Jersey Defense Attorney.

At The Bianchi Law Group, LLC, we provide serious attorneys for serious cases. Call now for your free consultation.