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28-year-old Joshua Roehrich has been indicted on sexual assault charges in Warren County. The grand jury indictment stems from suspicion that Roehrich sexually assaulted a 13-year-old Phillipsburg girl over a two-year period. According to this news report, officials allege in a 10-count indictment that Roehrich abused the girl from June 2005 to September 2007 when the girl turned 16.

Roehrich reportedly faces five charges of second degree sexual assault. He is said to have performed various sex acts with the girl. He has also been charged with four counts of fourth degree sexual contact over the same period and one count of third degree endangering the welfare of a child, the article states.

A sex crime conviction could lead to harsh punishment including court-ordered counseling, lengthy prison term, monetary fines, probation, weapons and firearm restrictions and mandatory registration as a sex offender. An experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney may be able to lessen your fines, reduce your jail sentence or even have the charges dismissed.

A competent sex crime defense attorney may be able to reduce your fines, charges or even get you acquitted of the charges. If you have been charged with a sex crime in the state of New Jersey, call the New Jersey sex crime defense attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein for a free consultation.

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A 74-year-old has been arrested and charged with possession of child pornography in Hamilton after police reportedly found images of children having sex with adults on his home computer, according to this article. Charles W. Britton was arrested after a three-week investigation by local police, the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office and a State Police forensics unit.

Authorities were tipped off by employees at a local computer repair business in Hamilton. Britton had taken his computer to them for repairs. That was when the employees reportedly found numerous images on the hard drive of young girls and boys having sex with adults. Police seized computers from Britton’s home as well after reportedly obtaining a search warrant.

Possession of child pornography is a serious charge. If convicted, a defendant may have to register as a sex offender and also could face jail time. These types of allegations require a criminal defense lawyer who not only knows and understands New Jersey sex crime laws, but also has a thorough knowledge of computer forensics – which refers to a branch of forensic science pertaining to legal evidence found in computers and digital storage mediums. A competent criminal defense attorney will have the resources to take a careful look at the evidence in these cases.

At Lependorf & Silverstein we have an excellent track record of obtaining acquittals or reducing charges including in sex crime cases and federal crimes. If you or a loved one has been arrested or charged with a crime, call a New Jersey sex crime defense lawyer with Lependorf & Silverstein today. Consultations are always free.

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A high school football coach and substitute teacher has been arrested and charged with having a sexual relationship with a Perth Amboy high school student. According to a recent news article, 25-year-old Demond Edwards of Woodbridge was charged with sexual assault in Perth Amboy and endangering the welfare of a child – both second-degree offenses.

Investigation by the Perth Amboy Police Department and the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office also reportedly revealed that Edwards had sent “inappropriate” text messages to a second female at the high school where he worked as a permanent substitute teacher. The investigation apparently began after the two victims told officials about their teacher.

Sex assault charges are serious especially when they involve minors. The teacher in this case, if convicted, will lose his job, most likely never work as a teacher again and will be required to register as a sex offender wherever he goes. A sex crime conviction will go on your permanent record and seriously jeopardize your career and your future.

Sex crime cases, especially those involving minors and young children, can be complex and difficult to defend. It takes an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney to analyze the details of the case and witness statements in order to separate fact from fiction. A misunderstanding or a spiteful statement could ruin the rest of your life. Do not let this happen to you. Call an experienced New Jersey sex crime defense attorney right away to discuss your case and your legal options.

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Police officers seized 476 bags of cocaine and arrested four people on suspicion of drug possession in Newton in what is one of the largest drug busts in Sussex County. According to a news article in The Star-Ledger, the street value of the cocaine also made this one of the largest drug busts in Sussex County.

The four who were arrested were: Johnny Moscaguiri, 30; Kimberly Laplaca, 28; Latasha Best, 25, and David Gaskins, 38. All were reportedly charged with second-degree drug possession with intent to distribute within 500 feet of a public building and third-degree drug possession with the intent to distribute in a school zone.

Drug charges can have a serious effect on your life and the lives of your family and friends. Charges for selling or distributing often are extremely severe and can result in harsh punishment including lengthy jail time and hefty fines. A drug conviction for selling a controlled substance such as cocaine, methamphetamine or marijuana can affect your personal life, your job and your future.

If you or someone you know has been charged with a drug crime, call an experienced New Jersey criminal defense lawyer at Lependorf & Silverstein. A competent criminal defense attorney can make the difference between an acquittal and a lengthy jail sentence. Our goal is to keep you out of jail and get you the help you need. Call us today for a free, comprehensive and completely confidential consultation.

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Police arrested a man on Paterson homicide charges after investigators found his girlfriend’s body stuffed in a bag in his apartment, according to a Star-Ledger new report. Randy Martin, age 47, is being held on $1 million bail. His girlfriend, 26-year-old Maria Hoppe of Randolph was reported missing on June 10.

Her body was reportedly found in the bedroom of Martin’s apartment. Martin’s apartment was searched by the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office and other law enforcement agencies.

Murder is probably the most serious crime with the most serious consequences of all the criminal charges in the United States. New Jersey state law 2C:11-3 states that a criminal homicide constitutes a murder when the person committing the act “purposely causes death or serious bodily injury resulting in death.” A criminal homicide becomes murder when the prosecution proves that the defendant “intended to kill” the purported victim.

The criminal defense attorney in a murder case can make the difference between life and death. The consequences are grave. You could receive a death sentence, life in prison or spend life in prison without the possibility of parole. The experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive New Jersey murder attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein will help you consult with forensic experts, jury consultants and conduct a thorough independent investigation. We will work hard to get you an acquittal. If you or a loved one has been charged with murder, homicide or a violent crime in the state of New Jersey, call us for a free and completely confidential investigation.

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