Facing Charges for DWI with a Minor Passenger in NJ The offense of driving under the influence in New Jersey can be punished severely, especially for subsequent offenses. When an individual decides to drive while intoxicated (DWI) or drive under influence of drugs (DUI) with a minor passenger in the vehicle, New Jersey law enforcement, prosecutors, and the criminal […]
Year: 2018
What Happens if I’m Charged with a Crime in NJ and Not a Citizen? If you are charged with a crime in New Jersey and you are not a U.S. citizen, the potential immigration consequences of a conviction can be severe. The specific repercussions of the charge on your immigration status depend on what type […]
Many people do not realize that they can be charged for a crime that they attempted to commit, even if they did not complete the crime successfully or the crime did not move forward much at all. This is because New Jersey law criminalizes an individual’s attempt at criminal activity. So, if you tried to steal a […]
In New Jersey, the initial steps in a criminal case are streamlined in a system known as central judicial processing (CJP). This system was put in place to shorten the amount of time between when an individual is arrested and when they first see a judge, as well as to consolidate the initial phases of legal process […]
It looks like the advocates of recreational marijuana legislation will have to wait a little bit longer. According to a recent NJ.com article, it appears as though the proposed legislation regarding the legalization of marijuana will not be presented prior to the end of October, a goal previously designated by New Jersey’s legislative leaders. Nevertheless, State Senate […]
NJ Expungement Lawyers One of former Governor Christie’s legislative acts just took effect on October 1, 2018. The legislation was an alteration to New Jersey’s strict expungement laws. This change was to the benefit of individuals with a criminal history as expungement eligibility increased and waiting periods decreased. Those individuals seeking an expungement of their […]
If you have a conviction, previous arrest, or charge on your criminal record, you are likely eager to erase it, if possible, so you can truly move on with your life. Having a criminal history can make it difficult to obtain employment and take advantage of certain educational opportunities, like scholarships, where a criminal background […]
Endangering the Welfare of a Child Attorney Endangering the Welfare of a Child is a severe criminal offense in New Jersey. Depending upon the nature of the charges and the underlying conduct that is alleged to have occurred, these charges could either be a first degree, second degree or third degree indictable offense. That means […]
As the holiday season approaches, theft crimes are likely to be on the rise. Theft of any kind in New Jersey exposes you to harsh consequences. Here’s what you need to know about theft charges in Voorhees and the specific nuances of charges for stealing in New Jersey. For more information and to speak with an attorney […]
Conflict with a loved one or a person you thought you loved can be extremely stressful. If there is a record of an arrest or conviction for a domestic violence offense in your criminal history or a permanent restraining order against you that resulted from a domestic dispute in New Jersey, you are probably eager to clear your […]