Princeton Office Location

Law Offices of Anthony J. Vecchio, LLC
103 Carnegie Center Dr #300
Princeton, New Jersey 08540

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Princeton, NJ Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Attorney

The Law Offices of Anthony J. Vecchio is a New Jersey law firm specializing in criminal defense. Anthony Vecchio has extensive experience in a wide variety of cases, from DWI, to serious traffic offenses, to felony drug charges. Our team is also able to help out with New Jersey’s personal injury matters.

After an arrest, you may be unsure of where to turn. But we understand that you’re more than just another case, and we know that sometimes good people get caught in tough circumstances. Let’s talk about your case today:

How a Princeton Lawyer Can Make a Difference for You

If someone else’s careless or reckless acts hurt you or a loved one, don’t try to deal with the insurance company on your own. Instead, connect with experienced Princeton personal injury attorney Anthony J. Vecchio. Having a Princeton trial lawyer on your side who knows how insurance companies work can make a difference in the outcome of your case. It just makes financial sense.

You typically file one or more claims with insurance companies after an accident of any kind in New Jersey. Car crashes, truck accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, defective products and nursing home abuse and neglect are examples of those cases. Those insurance companies will assess your claim and set aside a reserve amount. Their goal is to pay as little as possible and keep as much of that reserve fund as they can.

Your lawyer’s goal will be to collect the actual value of your claim. At the Princeton Law Offices of Anthony J. Vecchio, LLC, we do everything it takes to support the value that you should demand from the insurance company, including:

• Quickly investigating and evaluating the case
• Carefully reviewing all medical records
• Consulting with experts in different fields
• Interviewing you and your family members
• Organizing all of that information
• Documenting every aspect of the settlement amount.

Insurance companies want to keep their costs down. They don’t like to pay the expenses of a trial. So, if an insurer knows that the lawyer who represents you is ready to file a lawsuit and take your case to trial, the insurer will be more likely offer a reasonable settlement amount.

The amount of your settlement should fully cover your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, emotional distress and all other damages related to your accident. After legal fees, costs and resolution of any liens attached to your recovery, your lawyer should disburse the amount owed to you. Typically, this amount is larger than it would be if you had pursued your claim without an attorney.

What We Do

After handling over 1,000 combined criminal, municipal court, and appellate cases, Anthony Vecchio has gained the experience necessary to defend you against every type of adult or juvenile case. Give our office a call so we can discuss the issues and possible defenses in your case.

Where Will Your Princeton Trial Take Place?

For serious indictable crimes and some disorderly persons offenses in Princeton, your case will be held at the Mercer County Superior Court.  For lesser offenses which are unlikely to result in jail time, the case will likely proceed before the Princeton Municipal Court.

If you are accused of a crime, you should immediately take actions to protect your permanent record. Contact the Law Offices of Anthony J. Vecchio, LLC for help with your Princeton criminal charges.

What to Expect in Your Criminal Case

When you are arrested in Princeton, you will face either misdemeanor or felony charges – or both. However, in New Jersey, these are known by different titles. Crimes that carry a maximum of six months of jail time are known as “disorderly persons offenses.” Those offenses with more serious and lengthy penalties are called “indictable crimes.”

Disorderly persons offenses are further broken down. They include a category of offenses known as “petty” disorderly persons offenses. Those offenses generally carry a maximum of 30 days in jail. Even this group of offenses can create a significant impact on your life and your future.

You should always think carefully before you agree to accept any sort of plea offer. You should speak first with an experienced Princeton criminal lawyer.

Here are the basic steps you may go through after an arrest in Princeton, New Jersey:

The Arrest

First, you will be taken into custody. The police will read your Miranda Rights, which inform you of your constitutional right to remain silent and to speak with an attorney. It is important that you listen. You should immediately tell police that you will not answer any questions without an attorney present.

Processing

Next, you will be processed. The intake process involves having your fingerprints and photograph taken. You will then be released or detained until your trial date, depending primarily on your level of flight risk and the level of threat you pose to public safety.

Pre-Trial Detention Hearing

If the prosecutor’s office files a motion for pre-trial detention, then a hearing will be held. Your detention or release will depend on whether the court finds there is probable cause to believe that you committed the charged crime and whether you pose a low, moderate or high level of risk. The court will base its decision on a recommendation made by a pretrial services officer. You can present evidence to challenge the officer’s recommendation. If you are released, the court may order you to comply with conditions such as house arrest or electronic monitoring.

Pretrial Intervention Programs

In situations where drugs or alcohol played a role in the criminal offense, a New Jersey Pretrial Intervention Program (PTI) may be the solution. Early in the process, the court will review your case to see if you qualify for this type of criminal diversion program. But before you agree to anything, you should understand how these options work and all of the pros and cons before you sign any agreement. Failing to complete the program can result in a worse outcome than not taking the deal at all. However, if successful, many are able to avoid jail time through PTI, and no criminal conviction will go on their record.

First Hearing

During your first appearance in court, you will be asked to enter a plea. This is where you either admit or deny committing the crime. You should definitely speak to an attorney before you make this decision. So, it is important to speak with a criminal defense lawyer before you make any court appearances – if at all possible. It is much easier to change your plea to guilty later than it is to change a guilty plea to a not guilty plea. So, when in doubt, plead not guilty until you can speak with an attorney.

Hire an Experienced Princeton, New Jersey Criminal Attorney

An alleged criminal offense does not need to spell the end of the road for your career or prestige. The highly experienced, compassionate, and effective attorney of the Law Offices of Anthony J. Vecchio, LLC can help you overcome the challenges of any serious traffic offense. For directions, click here.