Practice Areas
Focused Representation in New Jersey Municipal Courts
Marcus Hicks, Esq. represents clients throughout New Jersey in municipal and traffic courts. From routine traffic offenses to serious DUI and disorderly persons charges, the goal is simple: protect your record, your license, and your future.
Traffic & DUI Defense
Disorderly Persons Charges
Local Ordinance Violations
Expungements
License Suspensions & Restorations
Municipal Appeals & Post-Conviction Relief
Slip & Falls
Wrongful Death
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Traffic & DUI Defense
Traffic and DUI offenses can have lasting consequences, including license suspension, increased insurance costs, and criminal penalties. Marcus Hicks represents clients charged with speeding, reckless driving, DUI/DWI, and other motor vehicle offenses across New Jersey municipal courts. Each case is evaluated individually, with a focus on minimizing penalties and protecting your driving privileges whenever possible.
Disorderly Persons Charges
Disorderly persons offenses are criminal matters that can result in fines, probation, or even jail time. Marcus Hicks defends clients charged with disorderly persons and petty disorderly persons offenses in New Jersey municipal courts. Representation is focused on safeguarding your record, negotiating appropriate resolutions, and ensuring your rights are protected throughout the process. Early intervention and strategic advocacy can make a meaningful difference in these cases.
Local Ordinance Violations
Municipal ordinance violations can involve property issues, code enforcement matters, and other local regulatory offenses. While these cases may appear minor, they can carry financial penalties and ongoing compliance obligations. Marcus Hicks assists clients in addressing and resolving ordinance violations efficiently, whether through negotiation, compliance strategies, or court representation. The goal is prompt resolution with minimal disruption.
Expungements
An expungement can provide a fresh start by removing eligible criminal and municipal records from public view. Marcus Hicks helps clients determine expungement eligibility and guides them through the New Jersey expungement process from start to finish. Proper filing and procedural accuracy are critical, and each case is handled with attention to detail to avoid unnecessary delays. Clearing your record can open doors to employment, housing, and peace of mind.
License Suspension & Restorations
License suspensions can significantly affect work, family obligations, and daily life. Marcus Hicks represents clients facing license suspensions and assists with restoration proceedings in New Jersey.
Municipal Appeals & Post-Conviction Relief
When a municipal court outcome is unfavorable, clients may have options for review or relief. Marcus Hicks evaluates municipal court convictions for potential appeals or post-conviction remedies under New Jersey law. This includes identifying legal errors, procedural issues, or constitutional concerns that may warrant further action. Each case is assessed carefully to determine whether an appeal or post-conviction strategy is appropriate.
Facing a Municipal Matter?
If you are facing a municipal or traffic court matter in New Jersey, contact Marcus Hicks to discuss your situation and available options.