Criminal Defense Attorney in Wildwood, NJ
The attorney you hire can make a big difference in the results of your case if you have been accused of a crime and are scheduled to appear in Wildwood Municipal Court. Joseph D. Lento is an accomplished New Jersey criminal defense attorney who has helped many defendants facing charges in Municipal Court, including Wildwood.
Overview of Wildwood, New Jersey
One of the most popular summer destinations along the south Jersey Shore, the City of Wildwood is one of four communities bearing the Wildwood name (known collectively as "The Wildwoods"). This small city hosts a permanent population of about 5000 people, but the population swells up to 50 times that number during the summer months. One reason for its popularity is that the beach at Wildwood is one of the few beaches along the Jersey Shore that is completely free (i.e., no paid beach tags) and is completely pet-friendly.
About Wildwood Municipal Court
Wildwood Municipal Court is located on West Davis Avenue. The court hears cases related to traffic tickets, local ordinance violations, and disorderly person offenses within city limits, while indictable offenses are referred to Cape May County Superior Court in Middle Township. Under a shared services agreement, Wildwood Municipal Court also hears cases for West Wildwood Municipal Court, its neighbor to the west.
Court Contact Info:
Wildwood Municipal Court
115 West Davis Avenue
Wildwood, NJ 08260
Phone: 609-522-4924
Fax: 609-522-5383
Municipal Court Judge: Andrew J. Cafiero
Court Administrator: Jennifer Romeo Campanella
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am – 4:00pm
Why You Should Have an Attorney at Municipal Court
No matter how minor the charges against you might be, being convicted of a crime in New Jersey is nothing to take lightly. The penalties can include jail time, significant fines, and probation, not to mention a mark that stays on your criminal record for years. Without the help of a seasoned attorney, the odds of getting the maximum penalty goes up considerably.
If you're facing municipal court charges, working with an attorney who has experience in this area will improve your chances of leniency and a positive outcome. A good attorney can fight for lighter penalties, reduced charges, or even have the charges dismissed entirely. If you qualify for a chance to avoid jail and a criminal record through participation in programs such as Pre-Trial Intervention or Conditional Discharge, your attorney can also help increase the likelihood of your application being accepted.
The Lento Law firm can help with all court-related matters in Wildwood Municipal Court, including, but not limited to:
- Traffic tickets
- DWI
- Trespassing
- Assault
- Harassment
- Drug-related offenses
- Disorderly behavior
- Criminal mischief
- Restraining orders
- Indictable offenses
- Diversionary programs
Let Attorney Joseph D. Lento get you the best possible outcome at Wildwood Municipal Court. To schedule a consultation, call the Lento Law Firm today at 888-535-3686.