Criminal Defense

The government is suing your company for securities fraud, and your name is on the charge sheet. What do you do? Know your rights In any criminal case, it is essential to remember that the country's laws give you rights that you should use when necessary. Among these...

Your top concern after being charged with a criminal offense is probably whether you’re going to go to jail. After your arrest, there’s a good chance that you’ll be taken to jail until you can post bail, but you’re probably more concerned about the possibility of...

Before a law enforcement officer can arrest a possible suspect, they must have reason to do so. The officer does not have to be 100% sure that the alleged suspect committed a crime. However, for New Jersey law enforcement to obtain a warrant for an arrest, the officer...

When facing criminal charges, it's natural to focus on the immediate consequences on your life, such as potential jail time, fines and the impact on your reputation. However, the long-term effects of a conviction can extend far beyond these initial penalties. It can...

If your criminal case has reached the trial phase, there are many strategic decisions to make about how to proceed with your defense. Our readers in New Jersey have likely seen news coverage of some criminal trials in which the main question is this: Will the...

Your loved one’s arrest might leave you worried about their future, especially if the police seized incriminating evidence after a search. But regardless of how overwhelming that evidence may seem, your loved one could still have effective criminal defense strategies...

In 2014, voters in New Jersey approved a constitutional amendment to end pretrial detention for people who cannot pay their bail. The cash bail reform came into effect in 2017. With this change, instead of requiring cash bail, New Jersey courts and judges evaluate an...

In New Jersey, as with the rest of the country, the legal landscape surrounding marijuana has undergone significant changes in recent times. The Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance and Marketplace Modernization Act (known as the CREAMM Act) permits the sale...

White-collar crime convictions can carry severe penalties, including incarceration, restitution, and a criminal record that can devastate your career. With so much on the line, you owe it to yourself to build the best criminal defense possible. While much of that will...

You can experience a lot of stress after being arrested. After all, your future and your freedom could be on the line. That’s why you need to be careful after you’ve been placed under arrest, otherwise you could set yourself up for a conviction and the harsh penalties...