Criminal Defense Attorney in Cliffside Park, NJ
If you've been charged with a criminal offense in Cliffside Park Municipal Court, working with a skilled New Jersey criminal defense attorney could make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. The Criminal Defense Team at the Lento Law Firm is highly experienced in defending clients in NJ municipal courts, including Cliffside Park--with a long track record of success. Whether the case involves a DWI, a local ordinance violation, or a disorderly persons offense, we will work tirelessly to get you the most favorable outcome possible. To schedule a consultation, call the Lento Law Firm at 888-535-3686 or complete our online form.
About Cliffside Park, NJ
Located just west of the Hudson River in southeast Bergen County, the Borough of Cliffside Park derives its name from the famed Palisades, the steep rock cliff formations that form the Hudson River's western banks and atop which the borough sits. Cliffside Park was once known as the home of the popular Palisades Amusement Park. After closing in the early 1970s, the park was demolished to make room for high-rise apartments along the cliffs. Today, Cliffside Park offers its 26,000 residents a combination of small-town charm and suburban convenience to New York City.
Overview of Cliffside Park Municipal Court
Cliffside Park Municipal Court convenes in the Municipal Complex on Palisade Ave. Common matters for the court include traffic tickets, local ordinance breaches, and lesser disorderly persons offenses. For more severe indictable crimes, the court may conduct initial hearings before transferring the case to Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack for further proceedings.
Court Contact Information
Cliffside Park Municipal Court
525 Palisade Ave., Room 321
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
Phone: 201-313-2018
Fax: 201-945-8972
Office Hours: M-F 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
Municipal Court Judge: Crystal G. Calabrese
Court Administrator: Susan Castaneda
Why Hire an Attorney for Your Municipal Court Case
While municipal courts deal primarily with minor offenses, even minor charges in New Jersey can carry serious penalties, like substantial fines, potential jail time, or long-lasting impacts on your personal and professional life due to a criminal record. Without proper representation, you risk getting more severe penalties for your alleged offenses. With the help of the Lento Law Firm's Criminal Defense Team, you can greatly improve your prospects of a favorable outcome. We'll work to defend your case in court, negotiate for reduced penalties or charges, or even work to get the charges dismissed. We can also help you explore diversionary programs for which you may be eligible (like Pre-Trial Intervention or Conditional Discharge), which can help you avoid a criminal record.
We can help with all types of legal issues presented in Cliffside Park Municipal Court, including but not limited to:
- Traffic infractions
- Simple assault cases
- Harassment charges
- Criminal mischief
- Disorderly conduct
- Drug-related offenses
- Restraining orders
- Diversionary programs
- Indictable charges
Facing a court case in Cliffside Park can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to go through it alone. Call the Lento Law Firm today at 888-535-3686 or fill out our online form.
