No matter the criminal charges you face, it is my honor to defend your rights, interests, and freedoms. Our firm handles criminal defense and personal injury cases within the state of New Jersey. We do not handle civil rights matters.
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How do I obtain my criminal background?
It always useful for our office to have your Criminal Case History (CCH). Your prior record, if you have one, can absolutely affect the way that State treats your case and any plea offers that they will extend. While this document is usually provided in discovery by the State, it is very important to know for Mr. Porreca to know your criminal history going into a case. We cannot obtain this information. You must obtain your CCH. This can be done via the New Jersey State Police website.
To obtain your own criminal history (rap sheet) in New Jersey, you must schedule a fingerprinting appointment through
IdentoGO using code 2F1BJG for a personal record request. The process requires bringing government-issued identification to an approved location and paying a $42.80 fee. For public criminal case searches, you can use the NJ Courts website.
Steps to Obtain Your NJ Criminal Record:
- Schedule Fingerprinting: Visit the IdentoGO website or call 1-877-503-5981 to schedule an appointment.
- Use Service Code: Use service code 2F1BJG for personal record requests, such as for immigration, expungement, or personal review.
- Provide Identification: Bring a valid state, federal, or municipal-issued photo ID to the appointment.
- Pay Fee: A fee of $42.80 is required for the service.
- Alternative (Public Records): For public, non-certified records of criminal cases, you can search online via the NJ Courts Public Access portal.
For specialized requests, such as notarized copies for international use, use service code 2F1BH1.
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If I think I can defend myself, should I talk to the police?No. Despite your first impulse to begin defending yourself, the wisest thing you can do for yourself is remain silent until your criminal defense attorney arrives at the police station. Being arrested is nerve-racking and when people are nervous, they can share information that will end up hurting them down the road. The police officers arresting you have one objective and that is to gather enough evidence for the prosecution to incriminate you, this may or may not include the information you share with them. A legal professional will know the right time to share the right information in order to protect you from conviction.
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If I am arrested, do the police have to read me my rights?Your Miranda rights must be read to you if any statement you make can be used against you. If the case against you is strong enough that the prosecution does not need a statement from you in order to proceed, the police do not have to read you your rights. The Miranda warning is required only when the prosecution intends on using your statements at trial. Never agree to speak to anyone until you consult a skilled lawyer from my firm.
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Why Hire My New Jersey Defense Firm?
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Your Future MattersI work personally and promptly to help reduce, acquit, or dismiss your charges.
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Your Rights MatterI handle criminal defense, family law, and personal injury cases to ensure satisfactory results.
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Your Freedom MattersI use my 25 years of experience to make sure you do not feel the heavy hand of the law.
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Your Satisfaction MattersI have earned the Avvo Client's Choice Award for the year of 2020.
Have you been accused of driving while intoxicated? Depending on the severity of your charges and the circumstances surrounding your arrest, DWI may be punishable by prison time and exorbitant fines. According to the State of New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC), the only scientific way to determine whether or not a motorist is driving under the influence of alcohol is through a blood Alcohol concentration (BAC) test. In most cases, BAC is tested with a Breathalyzer test.
