Interference With Custody

New Jersey Interference With Custody Defense Attorney

Tracy L. Denholtz regularly represents people accused of Interference With Custody and related offenses. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, it is crucial to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to protect your rights.

At Denholtz Criminal Defense, we understand the stakes involved and are committed to providing you with skilled, aggressive, and personalized legal representation. No matter what the allegations, Ms. Denholtz will provide an honest and detailed evaluation of your case, outline the best legal options available, and craft a defense strategy designed to achieve the best possible result for your unique situation. Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your free consultation: (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.

Interference With Custody

(N.J.S.A. 2C:13-4)

Interference With Custody: Under N.J.S.A. 2C:13-4(a), a person (including a parent, guardian, or other lawful custodian) is guilty of interference with custody if he:

Takes or detains a minor child with the purpose of concealing the minor child and thereby depriving the child’s other parent of custody or parenting time with the minor child; or
After being served with process or having actual knowledge of an action affecting marriage or custody but prior to the issuance of a temporary or final order determining custody and parenting time rights to a minor child, takes, detains, entices, or conceals the child within or outside the State for the purpose of depriving the child’s other parent of custody or parenting time, or to evade the jurisdiction of the courts of this State; or
After being served with process or having actual knowledge of an action affecting the protective services needs of a child pursuant to Title 9 of the Revised Statutes in an action affecting custody, but prior to the issuance of a temporary or final order determining custody rights of a minor child, takes, detains, entices, or conceals the child within or outside the State for the purpose of evading the jurisdiction of the courts of this State; or
After the issuance of a temporary or final order specifying custody, joint custody rights or parenting time, takes, detains, entices, or conceals a minor child from the other parent in violation of the custody or parenting time order.

2nd Degree Offense: Interference with custody is a crime of the 2nd degree if the child is taken, detained, enticed, or concealed outside of the United States OR for more than 24 hours. A 2nd degree offenses is punishable by up to 5 – 10 years in prison.

3rd Degree Offenses: Under all other circumstances, interference with custody is a 3rd degree offenses punishable by up to 3 – 5 years in prison.

*NOTE – Presumption of Non-Incarceration: The presumption of non-incarceration for first-time offenders does not apply to 3rd degree interference with custody.

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The consequences of a criminal conviction can be devastating, including jail or prison time. It can impact employment, housing, finances, education, reputation, and relationships. Criminal cases are also very complex and highly specialized. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, it is crucial to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney.