Police officers in New Jersey are allowed to use many types of deception to affect a lawful arrest. Officers may also make false statements about factual matters if such statements are necessary for affecting the arrest. Nevertheless, New Jersey law places a strict...
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Year: 2022
Should you testify in your own criminal case?
Figuring out how to defend yourself against criminal charges can be enormously stressful. You might worry about what the prosecution’s witnesses will say about you, the physical evidence that will be presented to the judge and jury, and the penalties that may be...
Plea bargains and whether they are the right option in New York
When a person faces charges for alleged criminal activity in New York, they are frequently offered the option of a plea bargain. Most will have a vague notion of what a plea bargain is from watching television or the news. However, it is not always as simple as it is...
After an arrest, what do I do?
After an arrest, you know the advice, remain silent and ask for an attorney. Luckily, for both state and federal charges, you will be appointed a public defender that will represent you at your immediate bail hearing. Hopefully, they will be able to get you bail, but,...
Accusations of embezzlement: It’s critical to act quickly
No one wants to be accused of a crime. It’s a terrifying experience and you’re justifiably concerned about what will happen to you, your life and your career. Embezzlement is a very unique charge, as it almost always relates to an aspect of your employment. But it...
Why depositions may be key to your criminal defense
A lot of prep work needs to go into your criminal defense if you hope to beat the prosecution and obtain the best outcome possible under the circumstances. This includes identifying witnesses who will be helpful to your position, subpoenaing relevant documentary...
Know your rights if you are being arrested
If you are being placed under arrest you may be confused, scared and worried about your future. Much about the arrest process can be placed under scrutiny as sometimes an arrest is unfair, or the arrestee is mistreated during the arrest process. The following are some...
New York considers changes to bail laws
Criminal laws change and evolve over time. In some instances, they are done to correct systemic problems. In others, they address public concerns stressed by the community. Whether it is apparent wrongs that need to be corrected to consider the rights of the accused...
Here’s why you should worry about jury selection
There are a lot of moving parts to a New York criminal case, and you have to know how to successfully navigate all of them if you want to maximize your chances of beating the prosecution. While this certainly means knowing your defense options and how to deploy strong...
What are my Miranda rights in New Jersey?
When a person first gets arrested, they may be in a vulnerable state, making it more likely that they will say something incriminating to law enforcement. The Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution protects against self-incrimination by requiring police to...