Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

misconduct charge

I confessed to taking about $13,000. I worked in a Township and the county charged me with 1 count of misconduct in the 2nd degree. Is this a manatory sentence at the state prison? I have never been in trouble before - not even a speeding ticket. Can this charge be changed to a lesser offence? I was in a county jail for 1 day and that was enough for me - please help!!


Asked on 2/12/04, 1:18 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: misconduct charge

The original charge has a mandatory prison sentence upon conviction whether the conviction is as a consequence of a trial or a guilty plea.

It is feasible to avoid the prison sentence by taking aggressive action to convince the prosecutor's office that a prison sentence is not necessary and is not appropriate under the circumstances. You should call me immediately to discuss taking immediate action in this regard.

Very truly yours,

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

800 273 7933

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 2/12/04, 2:00 pm
Savyon Grant Law Office of Savy Grant

Re: misconduct charge

If you are found guilty of a 2nd degree crime, you are looking at 5-10 year in state prison. I would retain a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible and do not speak to anyone else until you do so. You are more than welcome to call my office for a free phone consultation.

Savy Grant

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Answered on 2/12/04, 5:10 pm


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