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Criminal Defense

Defending You Against Criminal Accusations

Criminal charges ranging from murder to identity theft to DWI are a serious matter. The courts can take away your rights and freedoms, and only the law stands in their way. I can take your side and make your case in court.

I have been designated by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, in light of my experience and competence in the area of courtroom criminal defense. Contact me for skilled legal assistance with any of the following issues:

  • Drug offenses: I frequently defend clients against drug charges and am completely familiar with New Jersey laws such as school zone and public zone statutes and Brimage cases.
  • Homicide, assault and violent crimes: If you are charged with a violent crime, you need a lawyer who is extremely experienced in the courtroom and in dealing with prosecutors.
  • DWI/DUI and municipal court cases: DWI/DUI charges can lead to fines, jail time and/or license suspension. I have defended many clients against these charges and am up-to-date with the latest case law on evidence.
  • Domestic violence: I can guide you through all stages of the Domestic Violence Act process, including the restraining order hearing and the criminal charges.
  • White collar crimes: I represent clients facing a wide range of white collar and economic crimes, including tax fraud, insurance fraud, estate fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, extortion, racketeering and bribery.
  • Theft: Whether you're charged with theft, robbery, burglary, another property crime, identity theft or false documentation (a common charge for illegal immigrants, often also involving identity theft), I can help.
  • Sex crimes: Conviction for a sex crime in New Jersey can have long-term consequences, including lifetime supervision under Megan's Law or commitment to the Avenel treatment center.

I am experienced and skilled at techniques for avoiding or reducing the consequences of conviction, including motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence, pretrial intervention (PTI) to get rehabilitation in lieu of conviction and expungement of criminal records.

When you face criminal charges — whether for drug possession, identity theft, domestic violence or any other crime — contact me to talk to an experienced Ocean City criminal defense attorney.

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Location

A. Harold Kokes, Esq.
728 West Avenue
Suites S201-202
Ocean City, NJ 08226
Map and Directions

Telephone: 1 484-638-6316
Toll-Free: 1 866-228-2520
Fax: 1 609-391-1337