• Violent Crime Defense
    All Forms of Homicide (Murder, Aggravated Manslaughter, Reckless Manslaughter and Heat of Passion Manslaughter) as well as Attempted Murder, Assault, Sexual Assault, Kidnapping, Carjacking, Robbery and Carjacking.

  • Expungements
    The law in New Jersey has recently changed for the better with respect to expungements, especially relative to marijuana cases. If you expunge a past arrest, you are legally permitted to say that you have never been arrested before. Furthermore, all records of that prior arrest must be destroyed by law enforcement. If you think you may be eligible for an expungement contact the office right away.

  • Municipal Defense
     Ms. Ruggiero has a robust background in municipal court cases, covering a wide range of offenses from traffic violations to more serious disorderly conduct. Her experience as a zealous advocate in DWI/DUI cases is particularly noteworthy, as these cases often carry significant penalties. She is currently a public defender in Maplewood Municipal Township.

  • PBA Legal Protection Plan
    Approved by the NJSPBA Board of Delegates to accept cases under the LPP and defend law enforcement officers who are protected under the plan. LPP covers covers the following situations that law enforcement officers can find themselves in: target of an internal affairs investigation, witness in an internal investigation, administrative or disciplinary proceedings, target of a criminal investigation, criminal charges arising out of law enforcement duties, R. 218 or L.E.O.S.A., and civil litigation arising out of law enforcement duties.

  • Megan’s Law/Parole Supervision for Life Removal
    Experienced in preparing comprehensive motion papers in support of applications for removal and/or termination of Megan’s Law and CSL/PSL. Ms. Ruggiero is experienced in working with mental health professionals who understand how to prepare effective evaluations, which can greatly increase the prospect of removal from these overbearing statutes.

  • Juvenile Defense
    Common juvenile criminal charges include underage drinking, drug use, theft, shoplifting, vandalism, vehicular crimes, assault, harassment, sex crimes, and disorderly conduct, etc. Children face different procedures and penalties, therefore, it is essential to obtain the correct advocate to safeguard their future.

  • White Collar Crime
    In New Jersey Federal District Court and in New Jersey Superior Court: including RICO prosecutions, Embezzlement, Money Laundering, Fraud, etc.

  • Drug Charges
    At both the State and Federal level in drug charges which can include the sale, trafficking, or distribution of drugs; possession of drugs or possession with intent to sell; drug paraphernalia possession; manufacturing and/or the cultivation of drugs; and the violation of medical marijuana laws.