Three Women Arrested after Fight at Bridgeton Apartment Complex
Recently, police officers in Bridgeton, New Jersey, arrested three women, aged 19, 28, and 30, following a brawl. According to The News of Cumberland County, the fight occurred at the Bridgeton Villas apartment complex. All three women were charged with disorderly conduct and then released. It is unclear what may have led to the fight, if anyone was hurt in the incident, or who notified the police of the situation.
Disorderly conduct is an offense that may result from a number of acts. In general, New Jersey considers disorderly conduct as improper behavior that causes a public annoyance. Causing alarm or disturbance by fighting, making threats, or even using offensive language could result in an arrest. Penalties for this type of behavior could result in a fine of up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail.
Unfortunately, many disorderly persons charges in New Jersey result from harmless arguments that get out of hand, misunderstandings, excessive enforcement of the law, and false accusations made by individuals with ulterior motives. There is a wide range of potential penalties for a disorderly persons offense in New Jersey. Failing to seek proper representation to fight the charges could result in serious consequences, including jail time, probation, or fines.
The knowledgeable New Jersey criminal defense attorneys of Lependorf & Silverstein aggressively fight the charges our clients face. We understand that our clients future is on the line and we do everything we can to protect their legal rights. If you are facing disorderly conduct or assault charges in New Jersey, call our offices at 609-240-0040 for a no-cost consultation today.
