Monmouth County is now home to a specialized Domestic Violence Unit staffed by two dedicated detectives and led by a local prosecutor. Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago recently announced the creation of this new unit, which aims to improve the county's ability to investigate and prosecute domestic violence cases.

In New Jersey alone, there are approximately 60,000 domestic violence offenses reported by local police, with a significant portion of those occurring in Monmouth County. What does this new Domestic Violence Unit mean for those accused of crimes in Monmouth County, and what should you do if you face charges yourself?

The Lento Law Firm has closely monitored the creation of Monmouth County's specialized Domestic Violence Unit. Prosecutors and investigators now have more resources at their disposal, and our Criminal Defense Team is ready to defend those under greater scrutiny from the county.

If you have been criminally charged with domestic violence in Monmouth County or another part of the state, you need legal representation that understands the risks you currently face. Call the Lento Law Firm today at 888-535-3686 or fill out our confidential online form to get started on your defense.

What Monmouth County's Domestic Violence Unit Means For You

Prosecutors in New Jersey never went easy when fighting for domestic violence convictions, but with more resources, alleged criminals will have a harder time clearing their name and avoiding prison. If you are under investigation or have been arrested for a domestic violence offense in Monmouth County, here's what you need to be ready for:

• Increased Resources for Prosecution: With two dedicated detectives, support staff, and leadership by an Assistant Prosecutor, the unit has more tools and personnel to build strong cases against accused individuals.
• Efficient and Aggressive Legal Process: The unit's stated goal is to make prosecutions more efficient and effective, dramatically increasing the importance of legal representation from day one of your case.
• Collaboration with Support Organizations: The unit will work closely with organizations like 180 Turning Lives Around and the Monmouth County Abuse Intervention Program, providing support and increasing the likelihood of victim statements and witness testimony in your case.
• Reduced Leniency: As one goal of the unit is to "help victims stuck in the cycle of domestic violence free themselves," prosecutors may be less inclined to offer plea bargains or leniency that do not put offenders behind bars away from their victims.

Even without this specialized unit, prosecutors in Monmouth County previously placed importance on domestic violence convictions. The difference now is that Monmouth County will have more resources and manpower to take solid cases to trial. The Lento Law Firm can represent you if you face similar charges and help prevent this new unit from securing a conviction against you.

The Lento Law Firms Defends Against Criminal Allegations of Domestic Violence

In light of the new Domestic Violence Unit's mission to make prosecutions more efficient, you must act quickly when accused of a crime. Early intervention can make or break your case, and you need a Criminal Defense Team willing to dedicate as much resources as the prosecution. Reaching out to secure legal representation as soon as possible allows for ample time for your attorneys to defend against every aspect of the county's charges of domestic violence.

If you are facing domestic violence charges in Monmouth County or elsewhere in New Jersey, the Lento Law Firm should be your first call. Now more than ever, you need dedicated attorneys who understand your case's heightened risks. Call us today at 888-535-3686 or contact us through our website to protect against domestic violence allegations.