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Showing 14 criminal defense lawyers in Elizabeth, NJ
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Brett M. Rosen, Esq.
100 Jefferson Ave Suite 301, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 312-0368
nynjcriminalcivilesq.com
Ginarte Gonzalez & Winograd, LLP
948 Elizabeth Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 372-1700
ginarte.com
Herman Alarcon, Esq.
230 W Jersey St #105, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
(908) 220-1188
Beninato & Matrafajlo Law
1207 E Grand St 2nd floor, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 808-4460
dmlawyer.com
Raul J. Pinto - Attorney At Law
1338 North Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
(973) 936-8625
pintolawgroup.com
Eisdorfer, Eisdorfer & Eisdorfer LLC
265 Morris Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
(908) 353-7777
eisdorferlaw.com
Law Office of Vincent J. Sanzone, Jr.
277 N Broad St, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
(908) 354-7006
criminaldefensenj.com
The Diaz Law Firm, LLC
416 Rahway Ave # 418, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
(908) 527-0700
thediazlawfirmllc.com
Marshall Criminal Defense & DWI Lawyers
46 Broad St Second Floor, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 272-1700
unioncountynjcriminallawyer.com
NJ Ticket Attorneys
1207 E Grand St 4th Floor, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 293-9908
njticketattorneys.com
Law Office of Elvin Perez LLC
620 Division St Suite E, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 409-0597
elvinperezlaw.com
Fernandez Garcia Law
1139 E Jersey St #607, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(973) 500-2256
fernandezgarcialaw.com
The Law Offices of Anthony N. Palumbo
740 Newark Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
(908) 337-7353
Law Office of Charles Dawkins Jr.LLC
1139 E Jersey St #613, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 962-9929
charlesdawkinsjrlaw.net
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Elizabeth Cost?
Typical costs for a criminal defense lawyer in New Jersey vary widely. For a simple disorderly persons offense, fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000. For serious felony cases, costs can exceed $10,000 or more, depending on complexity and trial needs. Many lawyers offer flat fees for specific charges or hourly rates between $200 and $500. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases do criminal defense lawyers in Elizabeth handle?
They handle cases from minor traffic violations and disorderly persons offenses to serious indictable crimes like drug possession, theft, assault, and weapons charges. Many also handle DUI cases under New Jersey statute 39:4-50.
How quickly should I contact a lawyer after an arrest in New Jersey?
You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible, ideally before your first court appearance. New Jersey law requires a first appearance in municipal court within 10 days for most charges, and early legal advice can protect your rights.
What is the difference between a municipal court and superior court in New Jersey?
Municipal courts handle minor offenses like traffic tickets and disorderly persons offenses with potential jail time up to 6 months. Superior court handles serious crimes called indictable offenses, which can carry longer prison sentences.