Sexual Assault

New Jersey sexual assault and abuse

If you have been accused of sexual abuse in New Jersey, or are facing a sexual assault charge in New Jersey, the Law Offices of Carl J. Herman can assist you in protecting your rights, your reputation, and your future.  The sooner you contact an attorney after a New Jersey sexual assault charge or sexual abuse charge the better.  An attorney experienced in New Jersey law may be able to have charges dismissed, fines lessened, jail sentences reduced, and can help you avoid sex offender registry.

Sexual assault law in New Jersey

In New Jersey, rape is called sexual assault and is defined as "the penetration, no matter how slight, in which physical force or coercion is used or in which the victim is physically or mentally incapacitated.”

Besides rape, the broad term sexual assault also covers any type of unwanted touching and can include:

  • Sexual abuse
  • Sexual contact with a minor (statutory rape)
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Child sexual abuse
  • Internet stalking
  • Stalking
  • Harassment
  • Spousal rape

Carl J. Herman, New Jersey sexual assault lawyer, is skilled in providing New Jersey sexual assault defense for any of the above charges.

Sexual assault defense in New Jersey

Unfortunately, it does happen that sexual assault charges in New Jersey are brought on false allegations.  If you are falsely accused with child sexual abuse, or with forced sex between consenting adults, you need the skills of an experienced sexual assault attorney in New Jersey.  Do not risk heavy fines, prison, or ruining your good name.  Seek an experienced sexual assault lawyer in New Jersey to represent you as soon as possible after you are accused.

Carl J. Herman, New Jersey sexual assault attorney, has years of experience with New Jersey sex crimes.  His thorough knowledge of sexual assault and sexual abuse law in New Jersey are what you need if you are charged with any type of violation of sexual assault laws in New Jersey.  He may be able to help you avoid the grave consequences these charges can have.

If you have to go to court, you need Carl Herman by your side

Located just off Route 280 in West Orange, the law office of Carl J. Herman, Attorney at Law offers free consultations to all clients.  We regularly assist individuals in the following geographic areas of New Jersey:

  • West Orange
  • East Orange
  • South Orange
  • Orange
  • Livingston
  • Montclair
  • Jersey City
  • Paterson
  • Bloomfield
  • Passaic
  • Newark
  • Elizabeth

We also serve clients in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties.  Contact our firm to discuss your case with a qualified professional.