If You've Been Accused of Child Abuse or Endangering in New Jersey You Need an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney
In New Jersey, criminal child abuse is referred to as Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Endangering the Welfare of a Child is a felony that can carry a penalty of up to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison.
Unfortunately, many accused individuals are often the victim of false child endangerment allegations are made anonymously or made by a former spouse trying to get the upper hand in a custody struggle over a child. No matter what the accusations stem from, fighting hard to keep a conviction off your record is critical.
Free Consultation • Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney • Former New Jersey Prosecutors
At Clark & Clark, we have been part of hundreds of criminal cases involving child endangerment, abuse, and endangering the welfare of a child. As former prosecutors in Monmouth County, New Jersey, we know what the issues are and how to sort out the hearsay evidence and false allegations.
- Our former prosecutors worked in a Child Abuse and Sexual Abuse Unit for Years.
- We have 30 years of criminal trial experience and understand how to exploit our knowledge of the system to your benefit.
- We have the knowledge and experience to not only get the best plea deal possible, but to successfully go to trial.
What is child endangerment? Any person with a legal duty to care for the child who engages in sexual conduct or harms the child through abuse or neglect may be charged with endangering the welfare of a child.
Contact our offices in Freehold, New Jersey, for a free consultation about the child abuse or endangerment charges you are facing. Let us use our experience to help you keep your record and your reputation clear.
We represent clients charged with all offenses against children, including:
- Child abuse
- Child endangerment
- Child molestation
- DUI with child under the age of 16
- Child pornography
- Statutory rape, sex with a minor
- Neglect
A Note About Endangering and Neglect Charges
There are many watchdog groups and social service agencies in our communities that serve to protect the welfare of children. Good for them. In their efforts to vigorously protect children's rights, however, many wrongfully accuse parents of endangerment and neglect of their children. If you are facing allegations of neglect, and face losing your child to social services, talk to a lawyer at our firm immediately. We know the issues and will protect your rights as a parent, while ensuring the interests of your kids.
Contact us today to talk with one of our attorneys.
