Assault Crimes

Published on: June 25, 2022

Arrested in Sea Girt for Possesion of Drugs, Disorderly Conduct, Simple Assault

Sea Girt, NJ, USA August 11, 2006 Beachgoers enjoy a beautiful, sunny summer’s day at Sea Girt on the New Jersey Shore

The sun is shining and the shore bar lifestyle is back with furry after Coronavirus. Sea Girt has a lively nightlife scene, especially at The Parker House. It is not uncommon for their to be an increase of arrests during the summer months. Many of the bars are checking people prior to entry and there has been an increase in arrests for Possession of CDS under 2C:3510A(1). This would include a charge of Possession of Cocaine. This is a felony offense and the matter will be transferred to Monmouth County Superior Court. It is imperative that an experienced attorney handle this matter from the beginning.

There are also a considerable amount of arrests made for disorderly persons offenses, including simple assault and disorderly conduct. This could result from a fight or just not cooperating with the staff when asked to leave. Either way it’s not what a night out of fun should result with. These matters would be heard in Sea Girt Municipal Court.

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Published on: July 16, 2021

Arrested in Belmar NJ for Disorderly Conduct, Get the Best Representation!

By Tara Breslow-Testa, Esq.

Summer 2021 is back in full force! Many people are back out frequenting local bars and attractions in Belmar. If you have been arrested for 2C:33-2A, disorderly conduct in Belmar, whether at Bar Anticipation, D’Jais or any place else, I can help you. These charges usually are related to remaining outside or inside a bar after being asked to leave. If you have been charged with 2C:18-3B, defiant trespass, relating to a similar situation, I have appeared in Belmar for over a decade successfully defending individuals charged with these types of offenses.

I have also successfully defended individuals charged in Belmar for underage drinking, resisting arrest, simple assault, possession of a fake ID and other drug offenses. Oftentimes, in these situations the person is also charged with an Interference of Business Ordinance, 2016-915. There is a mandatory appearance required if you have been charged with a disorderly persons offense in Belmar Municipal Court located at 601 Main Street and it is important to get the best representation.

Why call me? I strongly believe that the best results come from dealing with one attorney from the inception of the case; from the first time you call me to the date of your appearance you only deal with me. We prepare the best possible defense and you will always maintain communication with me directly. I have appeared in Belmar and Lake Como for well over a decade and I know how to best navigate you through this process and get the best possible results.

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Published on: October 20, 2017

BAIL REFORM REGARDING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

By Tara Breslow-Testa, Esq.

Detention Hearings and Risk Assessment Hearings

NEW JERSEY’S BAIL REFORM AND SPEED TRIAL ACT

Since January 1, 2017, New Jersey took a major step to transform its bail system, moving it from what some considered an unfair monetary-based system – which favored the wealthy and punished the poor – to a new deal, based on risk: This new calculation factors in arguments from prosecutors, defenders and a computer algorithm to let a judge decide whether or not an accused citizen will show up for court, or repeat their crimes if let out on bail. This bail reform has had a profound effect on how domestic violence cases are handled in New Jersey. This new system is proving to be efficient, but it still has its complications.

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Published on: June 1, 2017

Bodyslamming Congressmen Or Kissing Tennis Pros: Assault Simple And Aggravated, Second, Third And Fourth Degree.

By Tara Breslow-Testa, Esq.

Monmouth County Assault Defense Lawyer Tara Breslow-Testa Knows the Different Degrees of Assault. Speak to Tara Before Speaking to Anyone.

SIMPLE AND AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

The differences between simple and aggravated assault are both subtle and significant – but those differences can mean the difference between liberty and a lifetime of trouble: years in prison and hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines. Monmouth County Assault Defense Attorney Tara Breslow-Testa understands the subtleties and significances. Anyone accused of assault – simple or aggravated: second, third or fourth degree – should consult with Tara before speaking to anyone else – including law enforcement. Contact the law offices of Tara Breslow-Testa at (732) 784-2880.

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Published on: September 28, 2016

SEABRIGHT MAN INDICTED ON CHARGES FOR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT, ATTEMPTED MURDER

By Tara Breslow-Testa, Esq.

A jury in Monmouth County Superior Court recently indicted a 25-year-old Sea Bright man who is accused of stabbing a retired police officer outside of a Long Branch bar. The defendant is facing several serious criminal charges, including first-degree attempted murder, second-degree aggravated assault, and various weapons offenses.

The aforementioned case began at approximately 11:45 p.m. on April 9th at the Arena Bar in Long Branch. The defendant, 25-year-old Sea Bright resident Michael Carter, was allegedly involved in an altercation before being removed from the bar by security personnel, as well as Joseph Walker, a retired member of the Long Branch Police Department, and one of Walker’s friends.

After the incident inside the bar, Walker was stabbed 4 times in the face and stomach and his friend was stabbed once in the back. Fortunately, both received medical treatment and are currently recovering. Carter and another man, 26-year-old Eatontown resident Emmanuel Bylander, reportedly attempted to flee but were arrested shortly therafter.

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Published on: August 3, 2016

WALL TWP. POLICE ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTED BY MAN CHARGED WITH DWI, DRUG POSSESSION

By Tara Breslow-Testa, Esq.

Authorities from the Wall Township Police Department recently charged a man with driving while intoxicated (DWI) and drug possession after a motor vehicle stop. The man is now facing additional charges for aggravated assault, among other offenses, as police say he attempted to stab an officer with a pen while being processed at police headquarters.

The motor vehicle stop in question was conducted just after 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 31, at which time a Wall Township Patrolman stopped a driver near the northbound Garden State Parkway exit ramp on Highway 138. The driver, 28-year-old Staten Island resident Vincent Russo, was charged with DWI shortly thereafter.

When police conducted a search of Russo’s vehicle, they reportedly discovered marijuana and the prescription drug Xanax, after which Russo was also charged with possession of marijuana under 50 grams and unlawful possession of prescription drugs (he did not have a valid prescription).

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