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In New Jersey, underage drinking is a frequent concern. Given the number or beaches, vacation spots and colleges in the state, this is not surprising. However, there is spirited debate on how to address alcohol-related issues with those who are under 21. To try and...
It is always intimidating to get charged with any type of crime. For those who have never been through the justice system before, it is important to remember that a charge in federal court for weapons crimes, drug trafficking, white collar crimes or some other federal...
Being arrested and interrogated by police officers is a terrifying experience for most people. Even if you are not arrested, simply being stopped and questioned by police officers can be incredibly stressful. Even if you have not done anything wrong, you may be...
Whether it is your first criminal charge or not, being charged with a crime is a serious situation. Your personal and professional reputation are on the line, all while determining how best to defend yourself. This can quickly become an overwhelming and emotional...
Under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, law enforcement in New Jersey is prohibited from conducting an unlawful search and seizure. This generally means that officers need to have a warrant to search any place where a person has a reasonable expectation...
Recently, a bill was signed into law in New York seeking to address some issues people face when they have a criminal record. At the same time, it shows why people should fight hard to avoid a conviction in the first place. Those convicted can benefit from the Clean...
A criminal charge does not always equate to a trial, conviction and jail time. While this is often the path that a criminal case takes in New York, there are options and mechanisms available to the accused to have the charges dismissed while also providing real...
The criminal charge of conspiracy can be hard to understand. It's one thing to hear about a group of people who engaged in criminal behavior, but it's another to see how the law applies to the specific details of their case. In this blog post, we will take a closer...
Five years ago, New Jersey enacted a groundbreaking reform of its cash bail system, eliminating bail for most nonviolent offenders. Other states, including New York, have followed suit with their own reforms, but the results have been mixed. Today, New Jersey and...
In the immediate aftermath of an arrest, many people have more questions than answers as they are shuffled through the first stages of interaction with the criminal justice system. After all, most people are never exposed to this side of the court system. So, from an...