Wildwood Biker Week, affectionately called “Roar to the Shore,” is a massive free rally where motorcyclists gather to share their passion for biking. Roar to the Shore 2016 is scheduled to take place from Thursday, September 8 through Sunday, September 11 in Wildwood, Cape May County along the Jersey Shore.
While Roar to the Shore is usually a fun-filled event, some attendees may wind up being placed under arrest. If you or one of your family members was arrested during Roar to the Shore 2016, you need an experienced and aggressive New Jersey criminal attorney on your side. To set up a confidential and completely free legal consultation, call the Law Offices of John J. Zarych right away at (609) 616-4956.
What to Do if a Family Member Got Arrested at the Roar to the Shore Motorcycle Rally
Being arrested and detained at a county jail is a completely overwhelming experience, especially if you have never been charged with a crime and don’t know what to expect from the process. You probably have many questions about your legal rights, how to interact with police or criminal investigators, how your charges might affect your future, and how to post bail in order to have your family member released from jail.
It’s never easy to face criminal allegations, but you don’t have to go through this difficult time on your own. With over 45 years of combined experience handling an array of serious criminal charges, the Wildwood defense lawyers at the Law Offices of John J. Zarych are here to support you with aggressive legal representation. We will examine your case from every angle to develop a legal strategy designed to preserve your freedom. It may even be possible to have your charges dropped, or to have your case dismissed.
If you or a loved one was accused of committing a crime at Roar to the Shore, it is extremely important that you contact our law offices as soon as possible. You can be sure the prosecutor is already reviewing your case – don’t wait until it’s too late to get legal help on your side. Our defense attorneys handle a wide array of criminal charges at Wildwood Biker Week, including:
- Aggravated Assault
- Aggravated Sexual Assault
- Disorderly Conduct
- Drug Distribution
- Drug Possession
- DUI/DWI (Driving Under the Influence/Driving While Intoxicated)
- Lewdness
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Public Intoxication
- Resisting Arrest
- Robbery and Theft
- Sexual Assault
- Simple Assault
- Weapons Possession
What Are the Fines and Jail Sentences if I’m Convicted of a Crime in New Jersey?
Most states divide criminal offenses into two categories: misdemeanors, which are lesser offenses, and felonies, which are the most serious types of crimes. However, New Jersey uses unusual language, which can be confusing for visitors from out of state, and even New Jersey residents who have never been arrested or charged with a crime. Misdemeanors are called “disorderly persons offenses” or “DP offenses,” while felonies are known as “indictable crimes,” or merely “crimes.”
Unlike indictable crimes, DP offenses are not technically criminal offenses. However, this distinction is of little benefit to defendants who are found guilty of DP offenses, because a conviction can still lead to incarceration and heavy fines, as well as a criminal record. The penalties for indictable crimes are even harsher, and moreover, the stigma of having a prior felony conviction can make it all but impossible to find work.
New Jersey enforces tough criminal penalties for crimes and offenses at all levels. If you are convicted of an indictable crime or DP offense after Roar to the Shore, you could be facing the following consequences:
- Petty DP Offense
- Fine – Up to $500
- Sentence – Up to 30 days in jail
- DP Offense
- Fine – Up to $1,000
- Sentence – Up to 6 months in jail
- Fourth Degree Crime
- Fine – Up to $10,000
- Sentence – Up to 18 months in prison
- Third Degree Crime
- Fine – Up to $15,000
- Sentence – Up to 5 years in prison
- Second Degree Crime
- Fine – Up to $150,000
- Sentence – Up to 10 years in prison
- First Degree Crime
- Fine – Up to $200,000
- Sentence – Up to 20 years in prison
Depending on the nature of the offense, your criminal history, and other factors, you could also face additional consequences, including but not limited to:
- Community service
- Loss of your gun privileges
- Probation
- Revocation or suspension of your driver’s license
- Sex offender registration
- Victim restitution
Experienced Wildwood Defense Attorneys Representing Bikers and Motorcyclists
Prosecutors have extensive training, and it is all but impossible to successfully defend yourself in court. It is absolutely critical that you are represented by a tough, skilled criminal lawyer if you or a relative was charged with a crime during Wildwood Biker Week in New Jersey.
Don’t wait to start reviewing your case and the legal options that may be available to you or your loved one. Call the Law Offices of John J. Zarych immediately at (609) 616-4956 for a free and confidential legal consultation.