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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...
In New York, being arrested for any crime will lead to fear and worry about the future with the possibility of jail time and other consequences being levied. The initial thought is likely to center on how to combat the charges and find a positive outcome with limited...
For those who regularly watch the national news, you likely have seen stories about civil asset forfeiture. This is the very controversial practice of police seizing property they allege was involved in or derived from some criminal activity without providing evidence...
Certain kinds of criminal enforcement efforts fluctuate depending on the season. Shoplifting can be an issue around the holidays, when people feel pressure to have gifts but may have very little money available to buy them. The summer months often experience an...
In New Jersey, when a person is subject to a traffic stop and the law enforcement officer wants to conduct a search of their automobile, there can be confusion as to what they are legally allowed to do. In addition to a lack of knowledge about the law, fear can play a...
In New York, facing criminal charges can be intimidating in myriad ways. The prospect of a conviction with the potential for incarceration, fines and a criminal record come to the forefront of a person’s fears whether it is a misdemeanor or a felony. However, there...
Being under criminal investigation can be downright terrifying, especially if end up getting arrested. This can lead to desperation, which, in turn, can result in making serious mistakes that can significantly jeopardize your criminal defense. Therefore, even though...
Police officers conduct searches and seize property as a way to interrupt criminal activity and facilitate the prosecution of individuals who have broken the law. However, the ability of police officers to do so is subject to strict limits established in the Bill of...