Criminal Defense

 

When Does a DUI Case Go to Trial?

Published: Jun 23, 2017 in Criminal Defense, DWI

Facing a DUI charge in the state of New Jersey can be an overwhelming experience leaving you to wonder how you are going to navigate through the process ahead. You may have many concerns, including whether you will be able to retain your driver’s license,…

Civil Penalties for Theft in New Jersey

Published: Mar 31, 2017 in Criminal Defense, Theft

If you are convicted of a theft offense in New Jersey, the consequences may be broader and more expensive than you thought possible. Criminal penalties range from months or years in prison to tens of thousands of dollars in fees and fines. On top of…

Many New Jersey Police Use Body Cameras

Published: Feb 14, 2017 in Criminal Defense

The footage from police body cameras has many potential uses. It can be used to protect the police, ensure defendants are not falsely accused or convicted of crimes, and save criminal courts money. Nearly half of New Jersey police use body cameras now. If you…

Man Charged with Stealing $92,000 in Millburn Avoids Jail

Published: Feb 13, 2017 in Criminal Defense

In Millburn, New Jersey a man employed at a local department was recently charged with theft for stealing $92,000. Allegedly, the man was performing fraudulent refunds and issuing gift cards to acquaintances without actually exchanging merchandise. Due to the amount that was taken, this charge…

Is It Worth Going to Trial for a DUI?

Published: Feb 06, 2017 in Criminal Defense, DWI

When you have been arrested for a DUI, you will soon be faced with the decision of whether or not to go to trial. There is no perfect one-size-fits-all answer to this question. You may benefit from going to trial or your New Jersey DUI…

New Jersey Bail Reform to Take Effect in January 2017

Published: Jan 05, 2017 in Criminal Defense

On January 1, 2017, a sweeping bail reform law took effect in New Jersey. According to the New Jersey Judiciary’s Criminal Justice Reform Information Center, the new bail system is fairer to indigent defendants because it makes their ability to pay money for bail irrelevant…

Harsher Marijuana Sentences a Possibility in 2017

Published: Dec 30, 2016 in Criminal Defense, Drug Charges

In recent years, marijuana has received a lot of national attention because of numerous successful state-level initiatives to decriminalize its use. However, many of these state initiatives are headed for a collision course with federal law, which still classifies marijuana as a schedule 1 controlled…

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