Point Pleasant Criminal Law Attorney

The Borough of Point Pleasant was once the ceremonial meeting place of the Lenape Native Americans, who called it the “Land of Tall Timber”. However, today Point Pleasant Beach is one of the most popular locations at the Jersey Shore.  During the summer months the population of both Point Pleasant Borough and Point Pleasant Beach increases dramatically.  Point Pleasant Beach is best known for its mile long boardwalk, amusement rides and Jenkinson’s Arcade and Aquarium.

As a very popular summertime destination Point Pleasant offers numerous activities for families to enjoy such as fine dining and restaurants, charter boats, fishing trips, antique shops, nightlife, and water sports. Consequently the rise in population during the summer months means a rise in citations and arrest by the Point Pleasant Police department. Traffic related charges generally face by those cited in Point Pleasant include SpeedingReckless DrivingDriving While Suspended, Driving Without Insurance, DWI, possession of CDS in a motor vehicle and Leaving the scene of an accident.

If you or someone you know has been issued a traffic citation or been arrested in Point Pleasant, The Bronzino Law Firm LLC , knows well that any municipal court proceeding can be intimidating and extremely confusing. Our team works closely with all our clients and their families throughout the legal process to deliver highly personalized and effective legal solutions.  We work skillfully and aggressively to defend your rights and needs in court. To speak with our offices today in a free consultation, please contact us online or through our Brick offices at (732) 812-3102.

Point Pleasant Municipal Court Information

The Point Pleasant Municipal Court resides at 2233 Bridge Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742 and can be reached by phone at (732) 899-1636. In Point Pleasant the Magistrate is James A Liguori, PJMC. The Administrator is Tracey E. McCrystal, CMCA. The court is in session Wednesdays from 5:30 pm to 7 pm and Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm.

The Point Pleasant Police Department is located at 2233 Bridge Ave, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742, and can be reached by phone at (732) 892-0060.

As with many small town courts, the Municipal Court in Point Pleasant has limited authority and jurisdiction to decide disorderly persons offenses, petty disorderly persons offenses, town ordinance violations, and traffic charges. The limited jurisdiction of the court doesn’t permit it to decide felony indictable crimes of the first, second, third or fourth degree. Misdemeanor criminal charges heard in the Point Pleasant Municipal Court are usually disorderly persons offenses. The municipal court is, however, responsible for deciding all traffic and motor vehicle summonses issued within the borders of the town.

It is important to note that first degree, second degree, third degree and fourth degree crimes are referred to the Ocean County Superior Court for disposition.

Point Pleasant Disorderly Persons Lawyer

Point Pleasant Municipal Court commonly hears cases involving traffic violations. Though not felony crimes, criminal offenses heard in the municipal court they can result in a criminal record up to six months in jail if you are convicted. These include violations such as shoplifting, possession of 50 grams or less of marijuana, harassment, obstructing the administration of law, underage drinking, and drug paraphernalia charges among others.

Contact a Point Pleasant Municipal Court Attorney

An attorney experienced in the Point Pleasant Municipal Court as your advocate is crucial if you have been charged with a crime or cited for a traffic offense in this borough.  The Bronzino Law Firm LLC understands completely that the issues in municipal court can impact individuals, their jobs, their children, as well as the rest of their family greatly. This is why, our attorneys closely with all our clients during the entire the legal process to deliver personalized and very effective legal solutions.  Our extensive experience makes us the advocate you need when facing any municipal court proceeding in Point Pleasant.

The Bronzino Law Firm LLC will work tirelessly to protect your rights of our clients across Monmouth and Ocean Counties. For additional information and answers to your questions, contact the Bronzio Law Firm, LLC, serving Ocean and Monmouth counties.  Call at 732-812-3102 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation with an attorney to retain the experienced representation that you need.