Assault Lawyer Serving Milltown
An assault charge can come out of a single bad moment — a fight that got out of hand, a confrontation that escalated, or an accusation you dispute entirely.
In New Jersey, assault is defined under N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1, and the grading determines everything. Simple assault is generally a disorderly persons offense, heard right here at the Milltown Municipal Court on Washington Avenue, while aggravated assault is an indictable offense handled at the Superior Court in New Brunswick. The difference often hinges on the degree of injury, whether a weapon was alleged, and who the claimed victim was. These cases frequently turn on conflicting accounts, self-defense, and exactly what the evidence shows versus what is merely asserted. Goldman Law Firm pulls apart the State's version, examines witness statements and any video, and builds the defense that fits the facts — self-defense, mistaken identity, or an overcharged incident that should be reduced or dismissed. A 2C:12-1 conviction stays on your record. Call us before you make a statement to anyone.
What We Know About Milltown Cases
Assault is charged under 2C:12-1.
Simple assault is a disorderly persons offense heard at the Milltown Municipal Court; aggravated assault is indictable and goes to Superior Court in New Brunswick.
Grading turns on injury and weapon allegations.