Law Offices of Alan L. Zegas
Since 1984
Telephone 973-701-7080
Fraud ◊ White Collar Crime ◊ Embezzlement ◊ Computer Crime ◊ Murder ◊ RICO ◊Official Misconduct ◊ Money Laundering ◊ Racketeering ◊ Drug Trafficking
Criminal Law
Zegas New Jersey Criminal Attorneys
Website: http://www.nj-criminal-attorneys.com
Criminal Law is the branch of law governing an individual's relationship to the state as opposed to civil law, which involves legal actions individuals or business entities bring against each other for wrongdoing. In the area of criminal law, State and Federal officials prosecute harmful acts committed against the public, according State and Federal penal codes established by Congress or state legislatures.
Criminal charges brought by the police, local authorities and State or Federal governments encompass a broad scope of criminal activity that includes misdemeanors and felonies, as well as State and Federal crimes.
State crimes include:
Murder Rape
Embezzlement Drug Transportation
Child abuse Drug Sales/Distribution
Molestation Robbery
Domestic violence Theft
Assault and battery Controlled Substance
Fraud Possession
Sex Crimes
Crimes tried in the Federal court system characteristically include:
Internet crimes Bank Fraud
Bank robbery Bribery of public officials
Mail Fraud Mail Theft
Pornography Large quantity narcotic
Interstate Crimes conspiracy cases
Counterfeiting Smuggling controlled
substances
Crimes committed on
federal land.
Punishment for criminal offenses is set forth by criminal law, which also cover the rights of an accused person and the criminal process, including arrest, arraignment, grand juries, pleas, discovery, pretrial hearings, trials, jury selection, evidence, motions, and post-trial remedies.
The moment you are accused of a crime or questioned by police, you have the right to remain silent until you consult with an attorney. No matter how minor the charges, a criminal lawyer will help you understand the charges filed, your available defenses, the plea bargains likely to be offered, and what you may expect to happen should you be convicted of the crime in question.
When you are facing serious criminal allegations, it is vital to have experienced and trusted legal help on your side because your life and liberty are held in precarious balance. Whether your case is dismissed or the allegation leads to conviction, acquittal, or favorable settlement, rests in the hands of your attorney.
At the Law Offices of Alan L. Zegas, our trial attorneys have spent years honing their skills in both State and Federal courts. When you choose our firm to defend you, not only will we put our criminal defense experience and litigation expertise to work for you, but also Alan Zegas will help you worry a little less. Mr. Zegas understands your reputation and your life are at stake. Handling your case with utmost discretion, you can rely on his integrity and unwavering commitment to achieve the best results, no matter how challenging the proceedings.
Named in New Jersey Monthly magazine as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in New Jersey, Mr. Zegas has defended a large number of high profile criminal defense cases and represents people from all walks of life - doctors, lawyers, sheriffs, politicians and teachers to name only a few. A master in the courtroom, Mr. Zegas’ s record in court speaks for itself.
When you learn you are under investigation or criminal charges have been filed against you in New Jersey or New York, before you speak to anyone, especially the police call the Law Offices of Alan L. Zegas at 973-701-7080.