Criminal Defense Attorney in Woodbine, NJ
Going to municipal court may be frightening, but having an attorney who knows the ropes gives you a better shot at getting a good outcome. Joseph D. Lento is a New Jersey criminal defense attorney with extensive experience appearing in municipal courts throughout the state, including Woodbine Municipal Court. Whether you're facing a DWI, moving violation or disorderly persons charges, Mr. Lento and his team will work to get you the most favorable resolution possible for your case.
About Woodbine, New Jersey
Situated in north-central Cape May County, Woodbine was first established in 1891 as a settlement for Eastern European Jews escaping persecution, then was incorporated as its own borough in 1903. Almost in keeping with its founding purpose, Woodbine became the site of an American military airbase during WWII for anti-submarine operations to ward off the German U-Boats that frequented the east coast. Today, Woodbine is home to a diverse population of about 2100 people, providing its residents with a small-town atmosphere and a strong sense of community.
About Woodbine Municipal Court
Under a shared services agreement, Woodbine Municipal Court is held in the nearby Middle Township Municipal Court, located at 2 South Boyd Street in the unincorporated Cape May Court House area of Middle Township. This court primarily handles moving violations, ordinance infractions, and disorderly person offenses within the Borough of Woodbine. More serious indictable offenses are generally to the Cape May County Superior Court, also in Cape May Court House. If you need an emergency temporary restraining order and it is outside of regular Superior Court hours, the municipal judge on duty can issue one for you.
Municipal Court Contact Info:
2 South Boyd Street
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Phone: (609) 465-8729
Fax: (609) 465-4015
Municipal Court Judge: Thomas Keywood
Court Administrator: Deborah Becker
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Why You Need an Attorney for Municipal Court
If you're facing a municipal court matter, it's important to understand the huge impact that even a minor conviction can have on your life--including jail time, fines, and a damaging criminal record. All of these outcomes are more likely if you appear at municipal court without the help of an experienced attorney--preferably one with specific experience with municipal court cases.
Attorney Joseph D. Lento is dedicated to achieving the best results possible in your case. This may include having the charges against you dropped, reduced to a lesser offense, or working with prosecutors for more lenient sentencing on your behalf. If you qualify for a diversionary program, such as Pre-Trial Intervention or Conditional Discharge, Mr. Lento can also coordinate your application to improve the chance of being accepted into the program.
Mr. Lento and his team can help clients in all matters relating to Woodbine Municipal Court, including, but not limited to:
- Traffic tickets/moving violations
- Assault
- DWI charges
- Trespassing
- Drug-related offenses
- Disorderly behavior
- Criminal mischief
- Harassment
- Restraining orders
- Diversionary programs
- Indictable offenses
Don't risk going to Woodbine Municipal Court without legal representation. Your reputation and your very freedom could be at stake. Improve your chances of success by hiring an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney. Call the Lento Law Firm today at 888-535-3686.
