Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney Fights Violent Criminal Charges In Camden County, New Jersey
People make mistakes. That’s a fact. If a bad decision or judgment call has resulted in you or someone you love facing serious violent criminal charges in New Jersey, the next decision you make could have a direct impact on your future. Make the right call.
Contact a criminal defense lawyer who will fight tirelessly to protect your freedom and criminal record when you are facing charges relating to a homicide, drug crime, weapons offense, sexual assault, robbery or any other serious felony crime in New Jersey. Connect with me, attorney Stephen R. Piper, a former Camden County assistant prosecutor. I know how the state builds cases against defendants facing serious violent criminal charges. I will put that experience and my in-depth knowledge of New Jersey criminal law to work for you.
I Know What It Means To Fight For Freedom
Many criminal defense lawyers say they will “fight” for you. When I say that, I mean it – literally. I was a former officer and pilot in the Navy and Air Force Reserves, where I flew hundreds of combat missions in nearly three years of active-duty deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. You can rely on my word when I say that I will fight to protect your rights and freedom.
When it comes to defending clients against serious violent criminal charges, I know that the key to a winning defense strategy is often based on uncovering weaknesses in the state’s case against you. I will leave no stone unturned as I investigate the events that led to your charges and seek to discredit witnesses and evidence in an effort to weaken and create doubt in the prosecutor’s case.
If you are facing any of the following charges, don’t delay in contacting my firm, The Law Offices of Stephen R. Piper, LLC, to find out how I can successfully defend you and keep you out of prison. I will help you explore all options in order to get the best possible results for any violent crime you are facing, including:
- Assault and battery
- Homicide
- Aggravated assault
- Domestic violence
- Weapons charges
- Aggravated sexual assault (rape)
- Arson
- Kidnapping
- Child endangerment
- Armed robbery
I work closely with former law enforcement officers and investigators. I will find all witnesses and get to the bottom of what really happened so that I can best defend you against your charges.
Understanding Murder And Manslaughter Charges In New Jersey
When someone dies because of another person’s actions, the law treats the situation with great seriousness. In New Jersey, homicide charges are divided based on intent and the circumstances of the death. The two main categories are murder and manslaughter, and within those categories, the law also separates crimes by degree to reflect how serious the act was.
- Murder: All murder charges in New Jersey are considered first-degree crimes, but the law recognizes different situations that affect how a case is handled:
- Purposeful or knowing murder: When a person intentionally causes someone’s death or serious injury that leads to death.
- Felony murder: When a death happens while committing another serious crime such as robbery, burglary or arson, even if the person did not mean to kill.
Both forms of murder can lead to a sentence of 30 years to life in prison, depending on the facts of the case.
- Manslaughter Charges: Manslaughter is charged when someone causes a death without planning or intending it. The law divides it into two main types:
- Aggravated manslaughter (first degree): When a person acts recklessly under circumstances that show extreme indifference to human life.
- Reckless or voluntary manslaughter (second degree): When someone causes a death through reckless actions or during a sudden emotional outburst.
The biggest difference between murder and manslaughter is intent. Murder involves a deliberate decision or awareness that death could occur, while manslaughter happens through reckless behavior or emotional reaction.
Contact My Office Today For A Free Consultation
When you are facing serious charges, don’t give up hope. The right defense is out there, and you can rely on me. I will find it and defend you against your charges. Whether you are facing charges for murder, assault, armed robbery or any other violent crime, I will defend you in a court of law.
Complete my online form or call 856-333-3586 to contact me today to schedule your free consultation. I will meet you in jail or the police station when necessary. I will answer all your questions and hit the ground running, creating a winning defense strategy for you.
I offer flexible payment options and accept credit cards. When your freedom is on the line, don’t delay in choosing an experienced criminal defense lawyer to stand up for you.