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Murder/Manslaughter

Murder is the intentional and unlawful killing of one human by another human. Manslaughter is a lesser and legally distinct offense.

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Homicide Charges in New Jersey

Rushed Investigations Leave Openings

Generally, the authorities are under tremendous public pressure to solve homicide related cases quickly. Naturally, these rushed investigations regularly contain multiple evidential and Constitutional complications.

If you have been arrested, charged or anticipate being charged with Murder or Manslaughter you need to speak with Joel Silberman as soon as possible to ensure your constitutional rights and defense are not jeopardized.

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The Charges

Murder, Manslaughter and Felony Murder

Murder

Murder is the intentional and unlawful killing of one human by another human.

Manslaughter

Manslaughter is a lesser and legally distinct offense. It generally encompasses the reckless, unintentional or accidental killing of one human by another.

Felony Murder

Another distinct subsection of Murder. Felony Murder occurs when an individual causes the death of another person while committing certain offenses. Examples of such offenses are Robbery and Rape.

Defending the Charge

Defenses

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Innocence

Self Defense

Passion Provocation

Constitutional Defenses

Prosecution has insufficient evidence to satisfy their burden

The accused suffered from Mental Defect (Insanity Defense)

What You Are Facing

Sentencing Consequences

One who is accused of Murder often faces up to life in prison.

A homicide charge carries the heaviest exposure in New Jersey law, and the grading of the charge — murder, manslaughter, or felony murder — is what drives it. That is decided on the facts and the evidence, which is why the early work on a case matters so much.

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In Their Words

What Clients Say

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Disclaimer: “Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.”

Speak With Joel Silberman

Charged With Murder or Manslaughter?

Contact New Jersey criminal defense lawyer Joel Silberman at The Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC to schedule a free legal consultation to fight for your right to justice. Call 201-420-1913 today, or email joel@joelsilbermanlaw.com.