private sex crimes defense attorney Chatham

An allegation of a sex offense against someone in Chatham is prosecuted under Chapter 14 of New Jersey’s Title 2C, and the matter proceeds in the Law Division, Criminal Part of the Superior Court for the county. What happens in the first days, before charges are even filed, frequently shapes everything after. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. handles New Jersey Chapter 14 matters. Call (888) 437-7747.

What the Charge Involves

The sections in Chapter 14 have distinct elements. Aggravated sexual assault under N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2 is a first-degree crime with a sentencing range of ten to twenty years, presumptive incarceration, and the No Early Release Act parole disqualifier, which means a person serves the great majority of the term imposed. Other sections in the chapter carry materially different exposure, so the section number on the charging document matters more than the label anyone attaches to it.

Which Court Hears the Case

Charges arising in Chatham proceed in the Law Division, Criminal Part of the Superior Court for the county where the offense is alleged to have occurred. New Jersey classifies indictable offenses by degree rather than using the terminology common in other states, and the degree charged determines the sentencing framework that applies.

What to Do Before You Respond to Anyone

Do not discuss the allegation with the complainant, with mutual acquaintances, or on any messaging platform. Do not delete anything, because deletion creates a separate and worse problem than whatever was deleted. Preserve devices and accounts as they are. Write down, for your own counsel only, what you recall about dates and communications while the detail is fresh. Then get advice before responding to any approach.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can charges be brought long after the alleged conduct?

Yes. Limitation rules differ by offense and several provisions extend or remove the period for certain offenses. An allegation about events some years ago should not be assumed to be time-barred without review of the specific facts.

What should I bring to the first conversation?

Any charging paperwork or complaint, any court dates you have been given, the name of the county, and any correspondence from an investigator or agency. Do not discuss the allegation with anyone else beforehand.

Does New Jersey call these felonies?

No. New Jersey classifies indictable offenses by degree, first through fourth. Terminology from other states does not map onto New Jersey practice, and the degree charged determines the sentencing framework.

About Mr. Sris

Mr. Sris, Owner and Founder of Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., has practiced since 1997 and is a former prosecutor. He is admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. His background at George Mason University in accounting and information systems applies to technology-related evidence. Mr. Sris and the firm’s Of Counsel attorneys handle New Jersey matters together.

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Speak With Mr. Sris

Request a consultation. Reach our location at (888) 437-7747. Bring the charging paperwork, your court dates, and the name of the county. Do not discuss the allegation with anyone else beforehand.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

This page provides general information about New Jersey criminal law and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Case results depend on a variety of factors unique to each case. Results may vary.

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