Frances Nicotra, Esq. Jersey City, NJ

Criminal Defense

Aggressive New Jersey and New York Felony and Misdemeanor Criminal Defense Lawyer

Jersey City • Hoboken • North Bergen • Hudson County • New York City

After more than 15 years of practice, Frances Nicotra is a highly experienced attorney who is dedicated to helping people who are facing hard times in their lives.

At the law office of Frances Nicotra, Esq. in Jersey City, it is our aim to be the gateway of transition away from difficult times into a much happier, healthier and more harmonious chapter in your life. We provide aggressive criminal defense in a range felony or misdemeanor charges in New Jersey and New York. We also help clients clear old convictions off of their criminal records through criminal record expungement.

Contact our office to speak with attorney Frances Nicotra about your rights and options.

We handle felony or misdemeanor cases involving:

• DWI
  Drunk driving — or DWI (driving while intoxicated) — cases are increasingly treated very harshly by courts across the country. If convicted, you could be facing large fines, the suspension of your driver's license, jail time and other consequences. We protect our clients' rights at every step and work strategically to minimize the negative impact a DWI can have on your life.

• Drug Charges
  Even misdemeanor drug charges can have serious consequences. A drug could make you ineligible for federal student loans and certain jobs — or even result in deportation for non-U.S. citizens. If the offense occurred within 500 feet of a school, a park or a city hall, the charges can be elevated. We provide smart, aggressive criminal defense in cases involving marijuana, crack, cocaine, Ecstasy, prescription drugs and others.

• Domestic Violence
  Any accusation of domestic violence is very serious. Even if you are not convicted, a restraining order issued against you could affect your child custody arrangements and opportunities for employment, education and housing. If you are facing domestic violence or assault charges, we will help you understand your options, fully investigate the case against you and protect your rights at every step.

Criminal Record Expungement

Our office also helps clients petition for expungement of eligible criminal convictions from their permanent criminal records. If an old criminal conviction is hindering you from getting a job, renting an apartment, or being admitted to college, expunging it keeps it from appearing on standard criminal background checks.

Not all criminal convictions are eligible to be expunged. Our firm will review your record, advise you of your options, and petition the courts on your behalf.

Feel free to contact our office to speak to our lawyer about your criminal defense. Frances Nicotra is licensed in both New Jersey and New York. Spanish-speaking services are available. For your convenience, we accept PayPal.

Frances Nicotra, Esq. represents clients throughout New Jersey and New York in communities such as Hoboken, Jersey City, Weehawken, Union City, Guttenberg, West New York, North Bergen, Secaucus, Bayonne, Kearny and Hudson County.