Criminal Defense Attorney in Willingboro Township, NJ
If you are being summoned to Willingboro Township Municipal Court, whether for a code violation or disorderly persons offense, it is a good idea to hire an experienced attorney to ensure the best possible outcome. New Jersey criminal defense attorney Joseph D. Lento has successfully represented many defendants in municipal courts in New Jersey, including Willingboro.
About Willingboro Township, New Jersey
First established by Quakers as a constabulary in 1688 (then called “Wellingborough”), Willingboro is one of the oldest continuously existing townships in New Jersey. A fairly small community until the mid-20th century, the town's population swelled in the years following WWII with suburban zoning and development of affordable housing after the soldiers returned from war. Today, Willingboro is home to approximately 36,000 people; its location in north Burlington County provides relatively easy commutes into Philadelphia.
About Willingboro Township Municipal Court
Willingboro Township Municipal Court is situated in the municipal complex on Dr. Martin Luther King Drive. This court typically deals with traffic tickets, ordinance violations, and minor disorderly persons offenses, while serious indictable offenses are referred to Burlington County Superior court in Mount Holly. The municipal court judge may also issue emergency temporary restraining orders when Superior Court offices are closed outside of business hours, weekends, or holidays.
Court Contact Info:
1 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Willingboro, NJ 08046
Phone: 609-877-2200
Fax: 609-835-2385
Email: [email protected]
Municipal Court Judge: Harold W. George
Court Administrator: Luisa De Leon-Saglembeni
Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Why You Need an Experienced Willingboro Township Defense Attorney
Even if your offense is minor, it's not a good idea for you to appear before a municipal court without an experienced attorney. Even minor offenses can lead to jail time, probation, and fines--not to mention a criminal record that can impact your life negatively for many years. A skilled attorney can work on your behalf to get a lower sentence, reduced charges, or even have the charges dropped altogether. Additionally, if you're eligible for a diversionary program such as Pre-Trial Intervention or Conditional Discharge, completion of the program would allow your criminal record to remain clean. A skilled lawyer can assist you in the application process to give you the best possible chance of acceptance.
The Lento Law Firm is available to assist you in a variety of legal matters at Willingboro Township Municipal Court, including:
- Moving violations and traffic tickets
- DWI
- Simple assault
- Domestic violence
- Harassment
- Criminal mischief
- Disorderly behavior
- Minor drug offenses
- Diversionary programs
- Restraining orders
If you're summoned to Willingboro Township Municipal court, don't take unnecessary risks with your future or your record by going it alone. Attorney Joseph D. Lento will help you improve your chances of a positive resolution to your case. Call 888-535-3686 to see how the Lento Law Firm can help.
