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Collingswood Criminal and DWI Lawyer

Collingswood NJ Criminal LawyerCollingswood is a borough in Camden County, New Jersey, located in the Delaware Valley, just 5 miles east of Philadelphia. With a total area of 1.923 square miles, Collingswood borders Camden, Haddon Township, Oaklyn, Pennsauken Township, and Woodlynne. According to the most recent U.S. Census, Collingswood had a population of nearly 14,000. With its historic downtown district, parks, shops, and restaurants, Collingswood provides many amenities to residents and visitors alike. Unfortunately, arrests and charges for criminal and DWI offenses also arise in Collingswood on a regular basis. When you are charged with a criminal offense such as possession of marijuana, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, or simple assault; you are arrested on DWI charges; or you face a restraining order in Collingswood, it is imperative to have a criminal defense attorney who is familiar with the proceedings and key players in the local courts.

Our criminal defense law firm, with offices in South Jersey, is dedicated to representing individuals in Collingswood and Camden County courts. William C. Fay, has been defending clients against criminal and DUI charges in New Jersey for years, earning recognition for excellence in practice and many successful results along the way. When you need an experienced, highly skilled Collingswood criminal defense lawyer, Mr. Fay is there to aggressively defend your innocence and work to achieve the best possible outcome. If you or a loved one is facing criminal or DWI charges in Collingswood or elsewhere in Camden County, contact our criminal defense law firm today at 609-832-3202 for a free consultation.

Disorderly Persons Offenses in Collingswood, New Jersey

Depending on the specific circumstances of your case and the degree of the charges you are facing, your case may be handled in different venues. For instance, if you are charged with a disorderly persons offense such as marijuana possession, possession of drug paraphernalia, disorderly conduct, criminal mischief, or simple assault, your case will be handled in the Collingswood Municipal Court. This is also where cases involving driving while intoxicated (DWI), driving under the influence of drugs (DUI), and other traffic offenses are heard and decided.

The Collingswood Municipal Court is located at 28 W. Collings Avenue, Collingswood, New Jersey, 08108. Court hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the court can be reached directly at (856) 854-7535. Court sessions are held every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The Presiding Judge in Honorabale Robert T. Zane, III. The Prosecutor is Timothy Search, Esq., and the Court Administrator is Carol Staszewski, CMCA. For additional information about Collingswood Municipal Court, visit their website.

Indictable Crimes and Restraining Orders in Collingswood, New Jersey

More serious charges issued in Collingswood, also known as indictable crimes or felonies, are transferred to the Camden County Superior Court for adjudication. For instance, if you are charged with aggravated assault, sexual assault, robbery, or unlawful possession of a weapon in Collingswood, your case will be handled by the Camden County Superior Court, Criminal Division. The Camden County Criminal Division is located at 101 South 5th Street, Suite #310F, Camden New Jersey 08103. The Criminal Division Manager is Alba R. Rivera, who can be reached directly at 856-379-2230. Lastly, if you are facing a restraining order or juvenile charges in Collingswood, your case will be handled in the Camden County Superior Court, Family Division. The Camden County Family Division is located in the Hall of Justice, 2nd Floor, st  101 South 5th Street, Camden, New Jersey, 08103. They can be reached directly at 856-379-2204.

To discuss your specific case and find the answers you need about criminal charges, DWI, or restraining orders in Collingswood or Camden County, New Jersey, contact our criminal defense law firm today at 609-832-3202 to speak with a Collingswood criminal defense lawyer. We are available immediately to assist you and consultations are always provided free of charge. 

Collingswood Criminal and DWI Lawyer

Collingswood is a borough in Camden County, New Jersey, located in the Delaware Valley, just 5 miles east of Philadelphia. With a total area of 1.923 square miles, Collingswood borders Camden, Haddon Township, Oaklyn, Pennsauken Township, and Woodlynne. According to the most recent U.S. Census, Collingswood had a population of nearly 14,000. With its […]

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