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- Were You Charged With a Crime? Here Are 10 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Jan 9, 2021
Were you recently charged with drug possession, assault or another type of crime in Hamilton, New Jersey? If so, you may have considered hiring a Benefits of Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer They know what to expect: They can help you navigate the often-confusing legal system: They can help negotiate on your behalf: They will build your defense: They will conduct an investigation into your case: They will gather evidence... - NJ Resident Charged With Human Trafficking for Allegedly Prostituting 16-Year-Old Girl at a Trenton Hotel
Dec 9, 2020
People are becoming more and more aware of the occurrence of human trafficking in the U.S. including right here in New Jersey. The most recent news of human trafficking involves a Trenton man and a 16-year-old female. The Trenton defendant was arrested in mid-November by the Attorney General and State Police Superintendent, who announced that he was arrested on human trafficking charges. Read more: New Jersey’s Strict Human Trafficking Laws In an attempt t... - Can You Go To Jail for Shoplifting in New Jersey?
Dec 1, 2020
Shoplifting might seem like a minor crime, but it actually carries expensive fines and the potential for jail time. If you are dealing with shoplifting charges, it is important that you understand the potential consequences, as well as your legal options. Shoplifting charges in New Jersey can significantly impact your employment opportunities, in addition to college admission and your ability to rent an apartment or own a home. Read more: Potential Consequences of Shoplifting i... - How Can a Felony Conviction Impact My Career?
Nov 12, 2020
Felony convictions carry heavy consequences, especially when it comes to your career. Whether you are currently in school, training for a certain career, or you are already well-established in your industry, a felony conviction can stop you dead in your tracks. Understanding the risks of a felony conviction can help you determine the right steps to take following a felony charge. Read more: Potential Risks of a Felony Conviction On Your Career If you ar... - 15 Arrested in Child Porn Bust in Monmouth County, NJ
Nov 4, 2020
Child abuse and tracking remain a big problem, not only around the world but right here in the United States, too. That is why both federal and local officials are consistently working toward recognizing threats to children, as well as enforcing the consequences. Monmouth County Child Porn in the News A large porn bust has been recently in the news in the Monmouth County, New Jersey, area after 15 people were arrested. The Monmouth Count... - Paramus Resident Arrested for Threatening a Federal Judge
Oct 29, 2020
Emotions run high in criminal cases and as such, sometimes judges may find themselves as the target of harassment and threatening messages if their ruling wasn’t in a person’s favor. This is what happened in a recent case when a resident from Paramas threatened a federal judge over delaying the verdict of his case. The Defendant The defendant, W.K. is a 56 year old man from Paramus, New Jersey. In the past, W.K. has show... - Can I Get in Trouble for Owning a Gun in NJ?
Sep 29, 2020
New Jersey has some of the strictest firearms laws in the country. If you are in New Jersey and have or are considering owning or possessing a gun, you need to familiarize yourself with the state’s gun laws and what kind of conduct can get you in trouble for owning a gun. Do You Need a Permit? New Jersey requires any person wishing to purchase a firearm to obtain a Firearms Purchaser Identification Card o... - Will I Go to Jail If I Don’t Wear a Mask in NJ?
Sep 9, 2020
A new law proposed in the New Jersey legislature could make it a crime to refuse to wear a face covering in a commercial establishment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Proposed Face Covering Law New Jersey State Assembly members Ralph Caputo and Valeri Vainieri introduced a bill that would add criminal penalties for those people who violate Governor Phil Murphy’s order requiring people to wear face coverings when shopping indoors. Assemblyman Caputo argued that addin... - 3 Teens Will Be Charged With Trying to Kill Trenton Officers During Chase that Injured 6 Cops, 1 Critically
Aug 29, 2020
Police officers take on a lot of risks when on the job. When keeping the streets safe, they are often exposed to weapons and criminal behaviors. That is what happened during a vehicle chase in Trenton, New Jersey, on July 29, 2020. Trenton police officers engaged in a vehicle chase when tracking down a stolen vehicle. The local police department had received a tip of a social media post that included images of the defendant... - How Long After Arraignment is Sentencing?
Jun 19, 2020
What happens between the arrest and criminal sentencing is not always clear. Yet, it is important to understand the process, so you can know what to expect and prepare with the right legal representation. What is an Arraignment? An arraignment is your first court date. This may or may not happen before you are released after your initial arrest. If you were given bail, the posted amount ensures that you show up to court fo...
