Terroristic Threats

New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney For Those Arrested On Terroristic Threats Charges(N.J.S.A. 2C:12-3)

Because the charge of Terroristic Threats (N.J.S.A. 2C:12-3) often relies on the testimony of a single witness, there are many ways to craft narratives that rebut the evidence against you.

When the charge is based on making threats against an establishment or public place, the prosecution may focus on things like phone or email records, with no way to prove that you were in possession of your phone or the true author of a threatening email.

A fight in the home that results in charges under N.J.S.A. 2C:12-3 may not even have a complaining witness if your spouse or significant other chooses to recant their statement.

Every case has its own set of facts, and every set of facts carries its own set of rebuttals and defense tactics.

Attorney Matthew Reisig has defended people across New Jersey when facing Terroristic Threats charges or domestic violence charges.

Call 732-625-9661 today and speak to an experienced New Jersey terroristic threats defense lawyer for free.

Terroristic Threats (N.J.S.A. 2C:12-3) Lawyer In New Jersey

Yes, if you are convicted under N.J.S.A. 2C:12-3, Terrorist Threats, you may face up to five years in state prison.

Because Terroristic Threats are often charged in domestic violence cases, you run the additional risk of exposure to problems like loss of custody or visitation, restraining orders, and even loss of your Second Amendment rights.

Terroristic Threats are charged under two scenarios.

In the first, you are alleged to have made threats of violent criminal acts with the intent of terrorizing another person, or with reckless disregard of the potential to terrorize another.

In the second, you are alleged to have made a threat of criminal activity that caused the evacuation of a public place.

It is a Third Degree Crime, comparable to a felony conviction in other states.

Attorney Matthew Reisig protects your rights and defends you against even the most serious criminal charges in New Jersey.

Call 732-625-9661 today for a free consultation with an experienced terroristic threats criminal defense attorney in New Jersey.

Criminal Defense Attorney For Those Arrested On Terroristic Threats (N.J.S.A. 2C:12-3) Charges In New Jersey

Under New Jersey law, there are two defined acts that are considered Terroristic Threats under NJSA 2C:12-3, but multiple ways they can be applied.

First, if you issue threats to commit any violent crime with the intent to terrorize another, or recklessly disregard the potential of causing such terror, you can be charged with Terroristic Threats.

This section of the law is often applied in domestic violence situations, which can complicate your case further and create additional penalties if convicted.

The second way Terrorist Threats can be charged is when a threat is made that causes the evacuation of a building or public place, intentionally or with reckless disregard of the consequences of such actions.

Terroristic Threats is a Third Degree Crime in New Jersey carrying a maximum sentence of five years.

It is critical that you work with an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney to protect yourself when facing charges this serious.

Call Matthew Reisig today at 732-625-9661 and speak to an experienced terroristic threats New Jersey criminal defense attorney for free.