What makes the best criminal defense? At the Elizabeth law offices of Vincent J. Sanzone, Jr., I believe professionalism and forethought are the foundation for the best criminal defense. As a criminal defense lawyer for over 18 years I have aggressively protected the rights of the accused throughout the State of New Jersey, and in federal courts in New Jersey, Virginia, New York and Pennsylvania. providing my clients with the personal service and aggressive defense they deserve through negotiation with prosecutors and skillful courtroom advocacy. An attorney who is not afraid to stand up and fight for his client.
A Criminal Defense Lawyer in N.J., Who Will Provide You With Competent And Vigorous Legal Representation, And Will Fight For Your Acquittal In all Federal, State and Municipal Courts.
Vincent J. Sanzone, Jr., as a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Elizabeth, NJ, County of Union, my law firm concentrates in the area of criminal defense of all crimes in federal, state and municipal courts, throughout the State of New Jersey In addition I have represented criminal defendants in criminal cases in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. Additionally, my practice includes civil rights litigation, specifically, § 1983 police misconduct cases, in which I have represented individuals who have had their constitutional rights violated by the police.
National Associations of Criminal Defense Attorneys
New Jersey Bar Association
Legal Center for Defense of Life
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey
I have been a lawyer and a practicing attorney in New Jersey for 17 years and have been involved in hundreds of jury and non-jury trials, in both civil and criminal cases.
Never Give A Statement to the Police- It is essential that defendants understand that they have nothing to gain, and everything to lose, by giving a statement to the police, either formally, or informally, prior to consulting with an experienced criminal defense lawyer in NJ.
Right to an Attorney - Defendants have the right to an attorney throughout legal proceedings. The court will appoint an attorney for the defendant at no charge if he/she cannot afford to hire one. However, at the end of the case, you will be billed by the public defender's office, and a judgment and lien will be placed against you for their services.
Right to a Jury Trial - Defendants have the right to a speedy, public jury trial. At the trial, the defendant is presumed innocent, and cannot be convicted unless 12 impartial jurors have been convinced of the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Right to Confront Witnesses - Defendants have the right to confront and cross-examine all witnesses testifying against them.
Right Against Self-Incrimination - The defendant has the right to remain silent, to prevent self-incrimination, and the right to testify on their own behalf. Never speak to law enforcement until who have spoken to an experienced criminal defense lawyer in NJ.
Right to Produce Evidence - The defendant has the right to present evidence and to have the court issue a subpoena to bring into court all witnesses and evidence favorable to them, at no cost to them.
Just say "No" to Warrantless Searches. Note: If a police officer asks your permission to search, you, your automobile or house, you are under no obligation to consent. The only reason they are asking you is because they don't have enough evidence to search without your consent. If you consent to a search request you give up one of the most important constitutional rights you have, your Fourth Amendment protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. Let them obtain a Warrant from an independent magistrate or judge based on probable cause. You have everything to lose, and nothing to gain by consenting. You have rights use them.
