Criminal Defense Attorney Helps With Threats And Other Improper Influence In Official And Political Matters (N.J.S.A. 2C:27-3) Charges
Issuing threats to harm a public official in order to change votes, impact how they perform their duties, or otherwise influence the decisions they make is a serious crime in New Jersey.
Under Threats and Other Improper Influence in Official and Political Matters (N.J.S.A. 2C:27-3), people who try to improperly influence the political process or public policy decisionmaking through threats of harm face a third degree criminal charge and a 3-5 year sentence if convicted.
These cases often involve additional charges and may even tie into allegations of organized crime rings.
It’s important that these matters be handled promptly by an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney who can push back against the charges and clear your name and reputation.
If you need help with Threats And Other Improper Influence In Official And Political Matters charges, call Matthew Reisig today at 732-625-9661 for a free consultation with a New Jersey criminal defense lawyer.