Criminal Lawyer in New Jersey

Carl J. Herman Attorney at Law

443 Northfield Avenue
West Orange, New Jersey 07052
USA

(866) 856-1562

(973) 324-1133

www.carlherman.com

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The law firm of Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law represents clients in legal matters related to criminal law. Since 1986, we have been defending clients charged with crimes in New Jersey. Our entire office acts as a team to protect your rights, and treats every case as a top priority. We know how important your case is to you, and we zealously defend your case in a speedy, efficient manner. Mr. Herman has defended countless clients in courtroom trials, and our team has the legal knowledge, experience, and passion for the law crucial to building a strong criminal case on your behalf.

Located in West Orange, we regularly assist individuals in the following geographic areas: West Orange, East Orange, South Orange, Orange, Livingston, Montclair, Jersey City, Paterson, Bloomfield, Passaic, Newark, and Elizabeth. We also serve clients in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties. We are available on evenings and weekends if you have an emergency.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Municipal Court Offenses; Pedophilia; Child Exploitation; Pimping/Pandering; Child Procurement; Failure to Register; Indecent Exposure; Lewd and Lascivious Conduct; Molestation; Antitrust Violations; Bank Fraud; Bankruptcy Fraud; Cellular Phone Fraud; Counterfeiting; Disaster Relief Fraud; Economic Espionage; Email Interception; Extortion; Forgery; Financial Fraud; Government Fraud; Healthcare Fraud; Insider Trading; Intellectual Property Theft; Investment Fraud; Kickbacks; Mail Fraud; Pandering; Phone/Telemarketing Fraud; Public Corruption; Pyramid Schemes; Securities Fraud; Tax Evasion; Tax Fraud; Telemarketing Fraud; Trade Secret Theft; Arrest and Bench Warrants; Criminal Antitrust; Criminal Conspiracy; Criminal Forfeiture; Criminal Trespass; Electronic Surveillance; False Imprisonment; Gambling; Grand Jury Practice; Habeas Corpus; License Restoration; Malicious Prosecution; Parole and Probation; Post-Conviction Remedies; Search and Seizure; Stalking and Intimidation; Wiretapping.

Practice Areas Description

The law office of Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law defends clients in court when they have cases related to—

- Criminal Defense

Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law, New Jersey criminal defense lawyer, has a long history of defending clients who police accuse or arrest for committing a crime. We have been handling a variety of criminal defense matters since we opened our doors in 1986.

- Criminal Law

Handling various criminal charges requires extensive knowledge of the law and the criminal procedure affecting your case. In such matters you need experienced attorneys familiar with the myriad and sometimes interrelated local, state and federal laws. Don't trust your criminal case to just any group of lawyers. As criminal law attorneys in New Jersey, Carl J. Herman has gained these and other skills through a career that includes 23 years in private practice and seven years as an Essex County public defender.

- Drug Crimes

Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law handles the following types of drug crimes:

. New Jersey drug offense;
. New Jersey drug possession;
. New Jersey drug trafficking;
. New Jersey drug distribution charge;
. New Jersey drug manufacturing charge.

The right attorney can attempt a plea bargain in your behalf. If you are arrested, or about to be arrested, contact Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law before you talk to the police or to anyone else. As your lawyer, he can put forth the strongest New Jersey drug crime defense possible.

- Drunk Driving

As an experienced New Jersey drunk driving lawyer, Mr. Herman is aggressive and armed with the knowledge to fight any violation of New Jersey drunk driving laws. Our firm can potentially save you thousands of dollars in fines and insurance penalties with a successful New Jersey drunk driving defense.

- DWI Law

New Jersey DWI law is a statutory law put in force by the New Jersey State Legislature. Such laws, once enacted, are altered by the interpretation of courts, and these interpretations create what is known as case law. Patterns of case law become important when other cases refer to those decisions and interpretations in reaching their own conclusions.

- DUI Law

Mr. Herman is known throughout the state for his vigorous representation of clients charged with violating drunk driving laws in New Jersey. His knowledge of DUI defense in New Jersey is unmatched and he is dedicated to obtaining the best possible resolution for your case. DUI law in New Jersey is constantly in flux and you need an experienced attorney to advise you in this process.

- Expungements

The law office of Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law has been assisting individuals with juvenile and adult expungement petitions for decades. Mr. Herman and our team of reliable staff members have a thorough understanding of the New Jersey expungement process. Our expungement services include—

. Determining whether you are eligible to have your record expunged;
. Filling all necessary paperwork;
. Notifying all agencies who may have records on your case;
. Filing your petition with the proper court;
. Appealing denied petitions.

- Juvenile Crimes

The Law Offices of Carl J. Herman has much experience in the area of law that deals with criminal law involving juveniles—persons not old enough to be held responsible for criminal acts. In most states, the age for criminal culpability is set at 18 years.

- Misdemeanors

Crimes that are regarded as less serious are referred to as misdemeanors. A misdemeanor usually is punishable by a fine, or by incarceration in a local jail for a period of less than one year. Prosecutors typically do not convene a grand jury to investigate or issue indictments for misdemeanor charges, although the same conduct may give rise to both felony and misdemeanor charges.

- Municipal Court Offenses

Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law has more than 30 years legal experience representing clients before state, federal, and municipal courts in West Orange and the surrounding area of New Jersey. He and his professional staff provide comprehensive legal assistance to those dealing with charges related to—

. Assault;
. Passing bad checks;
. DUI (driving under the influence);
. Driving while intoxicated;
. Traffic violations;
. Parking tickets;
. Lack of insurance issues;
. Lack of registration issues;
. Failure to yield;
. Reckless driving;
. Speeding;
. Traffic control devices;
. Traffic rules and regulations;
. Unlicensed operations;
. Drivers license suspensions;
. Civilian complaints;
. Neighborhood disputes;
. Probable cause hearings;
. Drug offenses;
. Leaving the scene of an accident.

- Sex Crimes

If you are accused of sexual assault or sexual abuse in New Jersey there can be many harmful repercussions in your life. These cases can be devastating to your future. Legal representation is especially important when you are falsely accused of a sex crime. To keep your record clean, you need the vigorous representation of skilled New Jersey sex crimes lawyer Carl Herman.

- Sexual Assault

If you have been accused of sexual abuse in New Jersey, or are facing a sexual assault charge in New Jersey, the Law Offices of Carl J. Herman can assist you in protecting your rights, your reputation, and your future. The sooner you contact an attorney after a New Jersey sexual assault charge or sexual abuse charge the better. An attorney experienced in New Jersey law may be able to have charges dismissed, fines lessened, jail sentences reduced, and can help you avoid sex offender registry.

- Speeding Tickets

A speeding ticket in New Jersey can have repercussions that last for years and that affect many areas of your life. Receiving just one ticket can significantly increase your insurance premiums for three years. A New Jersey speeding ticket can result in your license being suspended and you may also have to pay a statutory yearly surcharge if you accumulate too many points on your license.

- Traffic Violations

Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law can represent all your traffic violation problems including speeding tickets, traffic tickets, seat belt tickets, reckless driving traffic violations, drunk driving, DUI & DWI, careless driving, stop sign traffic tickets, driving with no insurance, driving while license suspended, and all other New Jersey moving violations.

- White Collar Crimes

In a case involving business or corporate criminal charges, it is wise to select a New Jersey white collar crime lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights and interests. Early intervention by an experienced New Jersey white collar criminal attorney who can study and assess your situation are the keys to a successful defense against white collar crime charges.