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Gregory P. DeMichele is a seasoned litigator, devoting a substantial part of his practice to municipal court, family law and personal injury matters.

Latest posts by Greg DeMichele (see all)
- How to Properly Cancel a Real Estate Contract During the Three Day Attorney Review Period - December 9, 2015
- Court Expands Police Authority to Conduct Warrantless Searches of Your Car - November 10, 2015
- DUI Dismissed in Bellmawr Township - January 26, 2015

In this case, the basis for territorial jurisdiction was asserted in the complaints, and the evidence adduced at trial supports the inference that the essential conduct — driving while under the influence and refusal — occurred within Woodbury Heights despite the fact that defendant continued driving into West Deptford where he was arrested and taken to the Woodbury Heights Police Station where he refused. Thus, he could be prosecuted for the continuing offense in Woodbury Heights.The appellate court went on to find,
In this case, the evidence of jurisdiction and the facts subject to judicial notice were adequate to permit the municipal court judge to find that these violations occurred within his territorial jurisdiction even if they continued beyond it.This decision highlights the continuing jurisdiction for the arrest and prosecution of offenses that originated in one town but ultimately lead to a stop and arrest and another. If you or a loved one has been charged with DWI or any other crime and want to discuss jurisdictional defenses or any other defenses contact the DWI lawyers at DeMichele & DeMichele. You can call (856) 546-1350 to get a free confidential consultation with an experienced DWI defense attorney.
The following two tabs change content below.

Gregory P. DeMichele is a seasoned litigator, devoting a substantial part of his practice to municipal court, family law and personal injury matters.

Latest posts by Greg DeMichele (see all)
- How to Properly Cancel a Real Estate Contract During the Three Day Attorney Review Period - December 9, 2015
- Court Expands Police Authority to Conduct Warrantless Searches of Your Car - November 10, 2015
- DUI Dismissed in Bellmawr Township - January 26, 2015