Municipal Court

Motor Vehicle Offenses

The Municipal Court handles cases involving motor vehicle offenses, including but not limited to driving while intoxicated, driving while suspended and driving without insurance. A conviction for a motor vehicle offense can result in a loss of your driving privileges, incarceration, fines and surcharges by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.

A conviction for a motor vehicle violation can also result in an increase in your insurance premiums and can effect your ability to obtain or maintain insurance.

Local Ordinance and Criminal Offenses

The Municipal Court also handles cases involving violations of local ordinances and less serious criminal offenses, for example, harassment, simple assault, criminal mischief and theft. If convicted of these type of offenses, the court may impose a period of incarceration, community service, probation, fines and/or require the person convicted to enter into counseling. A conviction can also impact on your employment and ability to obtain or maintain a professional license.

The law firm of Stephen S. Weinstein, P.C. has concentrated on defending individuals charged with motor vehicle, local ordinance and criminal offenses since 1968. We understand that individuals appearing in Municipal Court are generally law abiding citizens who are not familiar with the court system. Our attorneys regularly appear in Municipal Courts throughout New Jersey. We will explain the court system to you and discuss with you how a conviction for a motor vehicle offense, local ordinance or criminal offense can effect other aspects of your life, such as your employment, your ability to obtain a professional license and your ability to obtain insurance. If you are charged with a motor vehicle, local ordinance or criminal offense, you need to act immediately to protect your legal rights. Contact our office today to speak to an attorney who is experienced in Municipal Court matters.