In New Jersey, as in the rest of the United States, you have rights when interacting with law enforcement. And, one question that often arises from these interactions is whether a resident must answer the door when a police officer knocks. The answer to this question...
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General Questions
How accurate are field sobriety tests?
Before the police can arrest you for driving under the influence, they need articulable evidence that gives rise to probable cause. In other words, they simply can’t arrest you on a whim or a hunch. They need observations that indicate that the elements of the crime...
Is civil asset forfeiture allowed in New York?
In our last post, we discussed civil asset forfeiture in New Jersey. However, many of our readers wondered if it applied in New York as well, and if so, how it was applied. And, luckily, the law here is much fairer. Civil asset forfeiture generally As a refresher,...
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,...
What happens at a grand jury hearing?
Being charged with a crime and having to face New York’s criminal justice system can be terrifying. Legal terms can be confusing, particularly if you are told your case is going before the grand jury. You may wonder if this is the same as your trial. This post will...
What are the Penalties for Driving with a Suspended License in NJ
Having your license suspended can leave you feeling stranded and make it difficult to get back and forth to work, to the grocery store or even pick your kids up from school. It can be tempting to go ahead and drive anyway, but keep in mind - driving with a suspended...