A family reunion in Readington, New Jersey, became a scene of chaos and violence when two men, Richard B. Gonzalez and Ryan S. Gonzalez, arrived armed with a knife and a gun. The two men assaulted some of the guests with the knife, and Ryan Gonzalez brandished the gun. There had been an unrelated domestic dispute at the party, and one of those involved then called the two alleged assailants, who are from Staten Island in New York, more than an hour's drive away. The victims declined transport to the hospital but instead were treated at the scene. Gonzalez and Gonzalez fled in a car before police arrived, and they are still at large.

Ryan Gonzalez faces two second-degree charges, including aggravated assault, and three third-degree charges, including making terroristic threats. Richard Gonzalez faces one second-degree charge for aggravated assault and another for making terroristic threats.

The Lento Law Firm Criminal Defense Team can help if you have been charged with a weapons crime. Convictions for charges involving weapons such as guns and knives can have devastating consequences, and we have the experience and knowledge needed to obtain the best possible outcome in your case. Call the Lento Law Firm Criminal Defense Team at 888-535-3686 or contact us online.

Heightened Emotions Can Result in Bad Choices—and Hefty Legal Consequences

The Readington family reunion case is a cautionary tale about how the heightened emotions around relationships with friends and family can result in bad choices and hefty legal consequences. Throughout the incident, some of the individuals—Richard Gonzalez and Ryan Gonzalez and the person who called them—made choices to escalate the friction rather than step back and address the issue calmly. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured, but the two assailants face the possibility of years of prison time and hefty fines. At the very least, they must respond to the charges against them or be fugitives from the law. Similar situations can result in charges of domestic violence and more. This case requires a knowledgeable, experienced criminal defense team to develop a strategy for responding to the charges. If you are in a similar situation, the Lento Law Firm Criminal Defense Team can help you.

The Lento Law Firm Criminal Defense Team Is Ready to Take on Your Weapons Charges

The experienced Lento Law Firm Criminal Defense Team is very knowledgeable about the increasingly tight gun laws in New Jersey and laws regarding other weapons. We will bring that knowledge and our experience defending clients like you who have faced similar charges as we build your case and help you navigate the New Jersey criminal justice system. Call the Criminal Defense Team at the Lento Law Firm today at 888.535.3686 or complete our online form; we want to help.