Safeguarding Your Future, Protecting Your Rights
Jason Minnicozzi is an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney in Wilmington, NC
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OUR APPROACH
Each client will receive individualized and specific advice to navigate the dangerous and intimidating criminal justice system. To effectively negotiate the best possible outcome attorney Jason Minnicozzi leads with the business model of zealous advocacy, and the willingness to “put 12 in the box”.
Cape Fear Criminal Defense offers individualized fee structures, individually tailored to the specific needs of the client and their ability to pay. As a former Assistant Public Defender, attorney Minnicozzi is aware of the injustice that those who cannot afford to hire an attorney are confronted with. That is why Cape Fear Criminal Defense will work with each individual client in a unique and compassionate manner to provide experienced legal advice to each client.
SERVICES
PRACTICE AREAS
HYBRID OFFICE APPROACH
We offer a range of criminal defense services, including cases of: murder, rape, arson, drug trafficking, burglary, kidnapping, felony child abuse statutory rape/statutory sex offenses, DWI/DUI, property crimes, embezzlement, misdemeanors and traffic matters.
Schedule a virtual meetings with our experienced trial lawyers to discuss your case and legal options. We also recognize the importance of meeting in person so when practical, we still offer the traditional in-office meeting/consultation.
UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE
Attorney Minnicozzi's background as a former public defender brings a unique perspective to criminal defense, setting us apart from other law firms.
CLIENT ADVOCACY
We are committed to advocating for our clients' rights and providing them with the support and legal guidance they need during challenging times.
EXPERIENCE
For over a decade attorney Jason Minnicozzi has served as an Assistant Public Defender and then transitioned to an Assistant District Attorney in Columbus, Bladen, and Brunswick counties. After qualifying for public service student loan forgiveness Jason is thrilled to take his experience directly to the public. As the Chief Assistant District Attorney in Columbus County, Jason handled serious felony cases, including murder, Statutory Sex Offenses, including child exploitation, and violent crime while managing the day-to-day operations of the Columbus District Attorney's office. An assistant public defender Jason defended individuals charged with every level of criminal offense from stop sign violations, DWIs, and first-degree murder. Jason’s vast experience advising law-enforcement agencies, including homeland security, FBI and SBI agents, and local law enforcement agencies has given him the unique experience to defend your rights when accused of a crime.
During Jason‘s experience in the public sector, Jason provided legal advice to clients facing serious felonies, law enforcement agents seeking investigatory and charging advice, and worked closely with the US Attorney’s Office to prosecute multi-jurisdictional matters. In addition as an ADA in Brunswick and Columbus counties, Jason prosecuted public corruption, misconduct, and excessive force matters, including Southport PD and Chadbourn PD.
As a special victims prosecutor attorney Minnicozzi handled the following cases:
With over a decade and a half of experience on both sides of the aisle, and over 10,000 hours of trial experience, you can rest assured that attorney Minnicozzi will do everything to achieve justice in your case. Attorney Minnicozzi analyzes the facts of your specific case applies the law and gives you the best legal advice to achieve justice by providing you the insight and confidence to get the best outcome either in plea negotiations or by “putting 12 in the box”.
If you or someone you love has been accused of a serious criminal offense in southeastern North Carolina hire Cape Fear Criminal Defense, and rest assured that the experience of a seasoned trial attorney, former prosecutor, and former public defender, will be by your side.
About Jason Minnicozzi
Raised in New Jersey, Jason Minnicozzi attended North Carolina State University from 2001 to 2005 and earned a bachelor's degree in criminology. Following his college education, Jason Minnicozzi attended Campbell University, Norman Adrienne Wiggins School of law. After graduating in 2010, Jason began his practice in Wilmington, North Carolina, eventually joining the New Hanover County public defenders office in 2013 and transitioning to the Brunswick County District Attorney's office in 2017. After qualifying for student loan forgiveness by serving more than 10 years of public service in NC, Jason has taken his talent and experience directly to the public. Jason has advised hundreds of law-enforcement officers, and agencies across Southeastern North Carolina, including the child advocacy centers in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Columbus Counties.
Jason is most grateful to District Attorney, Jon David and Chief Public Defender, Jennifer Harjo for the opportunity to serve this community over the last decade.
