Freehold, Monmouth County Criminal Defense Attorneys
Monmouth County is an interesting place to practice law. It contains some of the most affluent places to live in the country. However, there are pockets of severe poverty which produces a large number of very serious crimes. In addition, there are some areas that have a large influx of immigrants which can lead to numerous issues due to language barriers and discrimination. While the county seat is located in Freehold, most of the population is much closer to the coast. Regardless of the case or the location, our Monmouth County attorneys will fight for you in any court.
Due to a new Prosecutor that has brought a new way of thinking to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office, we have seen a rise in the level of large scale arrests as well as arrests for while collar crime. While the Monmouth County courts in Freehold are much busier than it's neighbor of Ocean County, it still a pleasure to work with the Monmouth County court staff and the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office as it is not hectic and rushed like some of the more northern counties. All of this allows our Freehold, Monmouth County lawyers to build better relationships with everyone involved with a client's case.
Call us now at 732-247-3340 to discuss your matter in Freehold, Monmouth County. Our initial consultations are always free and we are available any time of any day to help you, your family and your friends.
Monmouth County Court Information
All Indictable Criminal Court matters are held in the Monmouth County Courthouse. The address is 71 Monument Park, Freehold.
Indictable crimes include Aggravated Assault, Robbery, Burglary, Sexual Assault, Fraud, Forgery, Firearms charges, as well as most Drug/CDS charges. Minor charges such as Harassment, Disorderly Conduct, Simple Assault, Possession of Marijuana under 50 grams, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest and Obstruction are handled in Municipal Court. See the Municipal Court information below. Call our Freehold attorneys to discuss any criminal charge you may be facing.
Monmouth County Judges
The current Monmouth County Criminal Court judges, who sit in the Superior Court in Freehold, are:
Presiding Judge Thomas Scully
Judge Paul Chaiet
Judge Ronald Reisner
Judge Ira Kreizman
Judge Anthony Mellaci
Judge Edward Neafsey
Judge Richard English
Monmouth County Crime Statistics
The most recent crime statistics are for 2006. Thus, all statistics are from the 2006 Uniform Crime Reports.
VOLUME/RATE
- During 2006, there were 13,993 Index crimes reported, representing a 1 percent increase compared to 2005.
- Violent crime increased 15 percent and the nonviolent crime decreased less than one-half of one percent compared to the previous year.
- A victimization rate of 22.0 persons per 1,000 inhabitants reflected a 1 percent increase compared to 2005.
- Motor Vehicle Theft decreased 9 percent and Rape decreased 7 percent.
- Total stolen property values amounted to $19.9 million during the year; of this total, 25 percent was recovered.
ARRESTS/CLEARANCES
- Total arrests for 2006 were 32,365 persons, an increase of 3 percent compared to 2005.
- Adult arrests increased 2 percent and juvenile arrests increased 12 percent.
- The total clearance rate for Index offenses was 22.9 percent; juveniles were responsible for 22 percent of those cases cleared.
If you have a case in Freehold or any other court in Monmouth County, call the team of tough criminal defense attorneys to discuss your case.
Monmouth County Municipal Courts
Aberdeen, 1 Aberdeen Square, Aberdeen
Allenhurst, 125 Corlies Avenue, Allenhurst
Allentown, 8 North Main Street, Allentown
Asbury Park, 1 Municipal Plaza, Asbury Park
Colts Neck, Colts Neck
Atlantic Highlands, 100 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands
Avon-By-The-Sea, 301 Main Street, Avon-By-The-Sea
Belmar, 601 Main Street, Belmar
Bradley Beach Boro, 701 Main Street, Bradley Beach
Brielle Boro, 201 E Main Street, Manasquan
Deal, Durant Sq. Municipal Building, Deal
Eatontown, 47 Broad Street, Eatontown
Englishtown, 15 Main Street, Englishtown
Fair Haven, 748 River Rd, Fair Haven
Farmingdale, 11 Asbury Avenue, Farmingdale
Freehold Boro, 38 Jackson Street, Freehold
Freehold Township, 1 Municipal Plaza, Freehold
Hazlet, 255 Middle Road, Hazlet
Highlands, 171 Bay Avenue, Highlands
Holmdel, Holmdel
Howell, Howell
Interlaken, 100 Grasmere Avenue, Interlaken
Keansburg, 29 Church Street, Keansburg
Keyport, 70 West Front St, Keyport
Lake Como, 601 Main St, Belmar
Little Silver Boro, 480 Prospect Ave, Little Silver
Loch Arbor Village, 399 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst
Long Branch, 279 Broadway, Long Branch
Manalapan, 120 Route 522, Manalapan
Manasquan, 201 East Main St, Manasquan
Marlboro, 1979 Township Drive, Marlboro
Matawan, 150 Main St, Matawan
Middletown Township, 1 Kings Highway Township Hall, Middletown
Millstone Township, Perrineville
Monmouth Beach, 22 Beach Road, Monmouth Beach
Neptune Township, 25 Neptune Blvd, Neptune
Neptune City, 106 W Sylvania Ave, Neptune City
Ocean Township, 399 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst
Oceanpor, 222 Monmouth Blvd, Oceanport
Red Bank, 90 Monmouth St, Red Bank
Roosevelt, Perrineville
Rumson, Memorial Boro Hall, Rumson
Sea Bright, 1167 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright
Sea Girt, 319 Baltimore Blvd, Sea Girt
Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury Township, Boro Hall, 47 Broad, Eatonton
Spring Lake, 555 Brighton Ave, Spring Lake Heights
Spring Lake Heights, 555 Brighton Avenue, Spring Lake Heights
Tinton Falls, 556 Tinton Ave, Tinton Falls
Union Beach, 650 Poole Ave, Union Beach
Upper Freehold, 314 Route 539, Cream Ridge
Wall Township, 2700 Allaire Road, Wall
West Long Branch, 95 Poplar Avenue, West Long Branch
Our team of tough, smart lawyers can represent you in Freehold or any court in Monmouth County. We will fight for you!
