Questions have surfaced about whether New Jersey law enforcement agencies are actively working with federal immigration authorities. The state’s policies, including the Immigrant Trust Directive, play a key role in shaping how local officers handle interactions...
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Criminal Defense
Suppressing evidence in your criminal case
After being arrested and charged with a criminal offense, it can feel like the deck is stacked against you. This is nerve-wracking given the harsh penalties prosecutors threaten to impose upon you, but you don’t have to sit back and let the state steam roll you in a...
How long do I have to wait before expunging my record?
You made a mistake in your past, but now you're ready to move forward. A criminal record can hold you back from dream jobs, housing opportunities and educational programs. Thankfully, New Jersey law allows people to wipe their slate clean through expungement, giving...
What are the psychological impacts of incarceration?
Behind the walls of a prison lies a world vastly different from the one outside. This world imposes a unique set of psychological challenges that can deeply affect those who live within it. Understanding the mental health impacts of incarceration is crucial,...
What to do if you are falsely accused of sexual assault
Being falsely accused of a crime can have major ramifications on your life. This is especially true when it is a serious crime such as sexual assault. Unfortunately, false accusations of sexual assault are not uncommon. Sometimes all it takes is someone’s word that an...
No Early Release Act: How does it affect assault cases?
The No Early Release Act (NERA) in New Jersey affects sentences for violent crimes, including certain assault cases. This law ensures that offenders serve most of their sentences before parole. Understanding NERA is crucial for defendants facing assault charges in New...
How do New Jersey gun laws affect firearm-related arrests?
As you drive down the Garden State Parkway, you might not realize you're traveling through a state with some of the nation's toughest gun laws. New Jersey's approach to firearm regulation shapes how law enforcement handles gun-related incidents and arrests. Whether...
Police sergeant faces charges after failed drug test
Many New Jersey workers are subjected to drug tests at work. For most, these tests are inconveniences and nothing more. For others, they can pose a threat to their jobs. And for some, they can lead to criminal charges. That is the case for a New Jersey police sergeant...
How NJ’s PTI program can provide a fresh start for young professionals
The stress of facing criminal charges early in your career can feel overwhelming. A single mistake can threaten years of hard work and future opportunities. However, New Jersey's Pretrial Intervention Program (PTI) offers a vital pathway to protect your career and...
Tips for building an effective alibi defense
To obtain a conviction, the prosecution will have to prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, that you committed the crime in question. Depending on the offense in question, this may require them to show that you were at the scene of the crime when it occurred. Although that...