At Rigden Lieberman, LLC, Alexandra Rigden works hard to ensure fair treatment during the legal process. If you are in search of a criminal defense lawyer, our firm can assist you.
We proudly support the Burlington County, Gloucester County, and Camden County.
The New Jersey Criminal Justice Process
If you have been accused of a crime in the state of New Jersey, you will need to find a criminal defense lawyer.
We can walk you through each step of the criminal justice process, which can be broken down into the following stages:
Initial Complaint
Most criminal cases begin with the initial criminal complaint. This can be filed by the police or a citizen. A criminal complaint can lead to either a summons to appear in Court for municipal matters or an indictment and possibly an arrest warrant for more serious offenses.
Criminal Justice Trials, and Sentencing
If your matter proceeds in Superior Court, a prosecutor must present the case to a grand jury to decide whether the Prosecutor has enough evidence.
If a grand jury returns an indictment, an arraignment will follow where the charges are read and the defendant pleads guilty or not guilty.
Certain defendants may qualify for Pretrial Intervention Program (PTI). Your defense lawyer can help determine the best course of action for you.
If a defendant pleads or is found guilty, the Court will hold a sentencing hearing.
Request a Consultation at Rigden Lieberman, LLC
If you have been accused of a crime, you have the right to obtain legal defense. Alexandra Rigden is can support you during this time. She provides counsel to those in Burlington County, Gloucester County, and Camden County.
Contact Rigden Lieberman, LLC today to request a consultation.