Location: 1 Jockish Square, Second Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652
Phone: (201) 265-2100 x653
Fax: (201) 265-6428
Email: cholmes@paramusborough.org
Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Court Schedule: Traffic court is held on Mondays at 2:30 PM
Criminal court is held on Wednesdays at 2:30 PM
Court Administration: Cynthia Holmes, x604
Prosecutor: Marc Ramundo
Judges: Hon. Richard Conte, Hon. Joseph Mecca, Jr.
Paramus, NJ Municipal Court and Traffic Ticket Law Firm
The Paramus Municipal Court adjudicates a variety of municipal code violations, traffic violations and misdemeanor criminal offenses. Though these infractions are typically not as serious as the criminal charges handled by the NJ Superior Court, they can still have dire consequences, including assessment of points on your driver’s license, surcharges, fines, increased insurance premiums, probation, loss of your driving privileges and even jail. The Reinartz Law Firm is experienced in defending against Paramus Municipal Court charges, and is dedicated to helping clients avoid and minimize potential penalties.
Borough of Paramus Municipal Court
The Paramus Hall Building near Route 17 North houses the Borough’s Municipal Court. Defendants may apply for a public defender in court, and the Judge will determine eligibility based on income and the charges. There is a $200 non-refundable Public Defender application fee, though the judge may waive this fee if he determines that it is an unreasonable burden on the applicant. Defendants who do not qualify for the public defender may consider the services of a private defense lawyer, such as this firm.
The court offers a Spanish interpreter during court sessions. For other languages, you must notify the court prior to your appearance. Paramus shares its municipal court with Maywood. Court sessions for violations under Maywood’s jurisdiction are held at 9:30 AM on the first and third Fridays of each month. The Hon. George O. Savino is the presiding Judge.
Paramus Municipal Court Charges
Paramus Municipal court handles an average of 50 disorderly persons offenses and 50 DUI/DWI and traffic violations weekly. Common charges include simple assault, theft, speeding, careless driving, driving without liability insurance, driving while suspended, shoplifting and minor drug offenses. The court also deals with postponements and arraignments.
Our Firm Can Assist You in Municipal Court
If you face charges in Paramus, NJ Municipal Court, the Reinartz Law Firm can help. We will defend your rights, work to eliminate or reduce points in traffic matters, determine your eligibility for the Conditional Discharge or Conditional Dismissal Program in criminal matters, and review all other options for a successful outcome. Our attorneys know the law and we have worked extensively in municipal courts throughout New Jersey. If you want to keep your criminal record or driver’s abstract clean, our firm has the background and knowledge to help.
Contact Us
Don’t make a costly mistake defending yourself in Paramus Municipal Court. Contact the Reinartz Law Firm at 201-289-8614 to discuss your charges during a free and confidential initial consultation.