Nearly One-third of All New Jersey Domestic Violence Incidents Lead to Arrests
Every year, the New Jersey State Police Uniform Crime Reporting Unit issues a report on domestic violence statistics showing numbers as well as trends in violent crimes committed in the state. According to the 2009 report, there were a total of 73,709 domestic violence incidents in New Jersey. About 30 percent of those reported domestic violence incidents resulted in an arrest.
The report states that the most common time of day for domestic violence offenses is between 8 p.m. and 12 a.m. Females were the victims of the offense 76 percent of the time. According to the report, 3,193 reported domestic violence incidents resulted in a restraining order.
New Jersey domestic violence charges are particularly complicated to handle because they could often involve false allegations and hidden or ulterior motives. In addition to facing possible incarceration and heavy fines, individuals facing domestic violence charges may suffer certain consequences even if they are not found guilty. Loss of employment and a tainted reputation are examples of some of the serious consequences defendants could face without being officially charged. Regardless of the nature of the domestic violence charges, it is critical to fight them aggressively with the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
The reputed Princeton domestic violence defense attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein fight to protect the rights of our clients. If you are facing domestic violence charges, you have the right to fight the charges in court with an experienced criminal defense attorney. Call us today at 609-240-0040 to discuss your case at no cost.
