Under New Jersey law, aggravated assault charges are graded as second , third, and fourth-degree criminal charges. If you have been charged with aggravated assault, the type of penalty you may face will vary depending on the degree of the assault.

Anyone currently under investigation or facing an aggravated assault charge in New Jersey should contact our Criminal Defense Lawyers at The Bianchi Law Group as soon as possible. You will certainly need the help of our team of former prosecutors who can review the facts of your case and form a strategy to defend you or mitigate against the penalties you face. 

Possible penalties for aggravated assault in New Jersey often include prison, monetary fines, court-ordered probation, restitution, and other punishments such as anger management courses or substance abuse courses, depending on the circumstances of the crime.

Will An Aggravated Assault Charge Show On An Employer’s Background Check?

If you have been charged with an aggravated assault charge in New Jersey, you need to take this charge very seriously. When you are arrested or convicted of aggravated assault, it will appear on a prospective employer’s background check. A criminal history can make it incredibly hard to find or maintain employment, as many employers in various industries will run criminal history checks, including arrests, pending matters, and convictions.

Those charged with aggravated assault may also lose their firearm rights. Convictions will undoubtedly affect the trajectory of your life. But, with the help of a criminal defense attorney at the Bianchi Law Group, you can fight back against these charges and try to minimize your imminent penalties as best as possible.

How Does A Lawyer Help Reduce Penalties For Aggravated Assault Charges In New Jersey?

At The Bianchi Law Group, our experienced staff of trial attorneys is there to make sure the prosecutor can prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. When you work with our attorneys, you benefit from all our team’s insight from being former prosecutors. As former prosecutors, we are trial-tested, and our two managing partners are certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as certified criminal trial attorneys.

If our attorneys cannot resolve the case with a dismissal or a fair and just plea bargain, our lawyers will not hesitate to select appoint a jury and take the case to trial. Using our vast network of legal resources, our attorneys will use our best efforts to minimize the possible penalties you could face for your New Jersey aggravated assault charge.

Our Team of Former Prosecutor Know How to Defend You

As prosecutors, we investigated these cases with law enforcement and prepared them for court. Now, we know how to defend these cases as criminal defense lawyers because we were the ones prosecuting them. Eyewitness testimonies can be precious in situations like these, so if possible, we use private investigators to take statements much as the police do.

We can also help you secure other evidence such as security camera footage, phone records, emails, text messages, and other important information, evidence, and data that can support your defenses.

Without the help of our criminal defense lawyers, you will be at a disadvantage, as our attorneys are skilled and experienced in defending clients in situations like yours. Don’t gamble with your future or freedom, and schedule a free consultation with one of our trial-tested aggravated assault lawyers today.

I’ve Been Accused of Aggravated Assault. What Do I Do Now?

It is important to know that any aggravated assault case in New Jersey is exceptionally serious and can result in you receiving life-changing penalties. Having the right legal team can provide you with the maximum benefits. 

The Bianchi Law Group is comprised of a team of former prosecutors whose experience will provide you with a well-crafted defense. They will aggressively fight for your legal rights and will not hesitate to bring your case to trial and fight on your behalf to get you the best legal outcome possible. Having the proper legal defense in your corner can make all the difference. 

Call the Bianchi Law Group today to discuss your case.