New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney Defending Clients Accused of Carjacking

Carjacking charges are taken extremely seriously in New Jersey.  A conviction for Carjacking can have devastating consequences, including prison time.  It can also impact employment, housing, finances, education, reputation, and relationships.  Because of this, it is crucial to have an experienced, skilled, and aggressive attorney by your side. 

Ms. Denholtz is a fierce criminal defense trial attorney with over a decade of experience.  Ms. Denholtz offers relentless advocacy, strategic defense, and exceptional service to clients accused of Carjacking throughout New Jersey.  Ms. Denholtz handles her cases with exacting attention to detail and works tirelessly to ensure her clients receive the best possible outcome for their individualized situation.  At Denholtz Criminal Defense, you can trust that your case will receive the meticulous attention and tireless advocacy it deserves.  If you or a loved one are facing Carjacking charges, Ms. Denholtz is ready to fight for you. Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your FREE consultation: (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.

Carjacking (N.J.S.A. 2C: 15-2)

Carjacking: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:15-2, a person is guilty of carjacking if in the course of committing an unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, or in an attempt to commit an unlawful taking of a motor vehicle he:

1. Inflicts bodily injury or uses force upon an occupant or person in possession or control of a motor vehicle;

2. Threatens an occupant or person in control with, or purposely or knowingly puts an occupant or person in control of the motor vehicle in fear of, immediate bodily injury;

3. Commits or threatens immediately to commit any crime of the 1st or 2nd degree; or

4. Operates or causes said vehicle to be operated with the person who was in possession or control or was an occupant of the motor vehicle at the time of the taking remaining in the vehicle.

   
   

"In the Course of Committing": An act shall be deemed to be "in the course of committing an unlawful taking of a motor vehicle" if it occurs during an attempt to commit the unlawful taking of a motor vehicle or during an immediate flight after the attempt or commission.

1st Degree Offense: Carjacking is a crime of the 1st degree, which carries a term of imprisonment between 10-30 years in New Jersey State Prison subject to the "No Early Release Act" (meaning the person must serve at least 85% of the sentence before being eligible for parole). A person convicted of carjacking shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment and that term of imprisonment shall include the imposition of a minimum term of at least 5 years during which the defendant shall be ineligible for parole.

Contact a New Jersey Criminal Defense Lawyer for a Free Consultation

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.