First Degree Armed Robbery Lawyer in Elmwood Park, NJ
Armed robbery is a first degree felony in New Jersey. If convicted, a defendant could be sentenced up to two decades behind bars and fined up to $200,000. Furthermore, if convicted of first degree armed robbery in New Jersey, the defendant’s sentence will also be subject to the No Early Release Act (NERA). NERA in essence requires a defendant to serve at least 85% of their sentence before they can become eligible for parole. If you have been charged with the offense of robbery in Elmwood Park, it is imperative that you hire an experienced Bergen County criminal defense firm. Our office has over 100 years of combined experience on staff, including over twenty-five years of prior prosecuting experience. Our team of Elmwood Park, NJ robbery defense lawyers has the experience and skill set required to successfully protect your rights. If you would like to do some more research on the offense of armed robbery please check out our Bergen County armed robbery practice series by clicking the link. Also, if you would like to discuss your case with any one of our eight Bergen County, New Jersey robbery defense lawyers, we can be reached 24/7 at 1-800-682-4037. Our initial consultations are always free. Now here is a recent article about a teenager from Paramus, NJ who is accused of robbing another in Elmwood Park.
Armed Robbery in Elmwood Park, New Jersey
The Elmwood Park police department is looking for a teenager from Paramus, New Jersey in connection with an armed robbery that occurred last night in Elmwood Park. According to the details that have been released, authorities are searching for an eighteen (18) year old male from Paramus for his involvement with a drug deal turned robbery. According to the victim, she had arraigned to meet up with a teenager from Paramus in Elmwood Park to purchase some drugs. However, when the suspect entered the car, he pointed a silver semi-automatic handgun at the victim’s head and demanded she turn over all her money. The victim panicked and pressed the gas peddle, the suspect then allegedly grab the wheel, causing the victim to crash her car. The suspect then fled the scene with $50.
Since the victim knew the suspect, the Elmwood Park police department has issued arrest warrants for him. They include one count of first degree armed robbery and two counts of weapons offenses. They will most likely be unlawful possession of a weapon in the second degree and possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose in the third degree. If convicted on all counts, the suspect is looking at 35 years behind bars. If you or someone you know has been charged with armed robbery in Elmwood Park or elsewhere in Bergen County, the Law Offices of Marshall, Bonus, Proetta & Oliver can help. For a free initial consultation please contact any one of our Bergen County offices at 1-800-682-4037.