Year: 2025

The legal system in New Jersey takes drug crimes incredibly seriously. When a client faces a Second Degree charge for the Manufacturing and Distribution of Heroin under N.J.S.A. 2C:35-5B(3), the stakes could not be higher. This is a felony offense with life-altering consequences. A Second Degree conviction for manufacturing or distributing heroin carries the presumptive […]

Victory in Court: Terroristic Threats Charge Dismissed in New Jersey Facing a Terroristic Threats charge in New Jersey is a serious and frightening experience. It’s a third-degree crime in most cases, carrying the potential for years in state prison and a felony record. However, as experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney William Fay, Esq. knows, […]

DUI and Reckless Driving Comparison in NJ

DWI and Reckless Driving are some of the most severely penalized traffic violations in New Jersey. Along with speeding, they are near the top of the list of the most dangerous infractions frequently occurring in New Jersey. Over 26,000 DUI convictions occur annually in the state, and reckless driving convictions reach even higher numbers. Knowing the […]

Structure, Function, and Significance of Grand Jury Proceedings in NJ

When most people hear about a grand jury proceeding or subsequent indictment, they mistakenly believe someone is guilty of committing a crime. The grand jury performs an important role in criminal cases in New Jersey but does not get involved in convicting someone accused of criminal conduct. The grand jury serves an essential purpose in […]

What Kind of Record Do You Have with a DWI in NJ?

Wondering Where a DUI will Appear if You Get Convicted in New Jersey? Driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) of intoxicating substances is illegal in New Jersey. You can go to jail, pay heavy fines, and lose your license, among other costly and embarrassing penalties. However, a DWI or DUI is not […]

Everything You Need to Know about Criminal Contempt in New Jersey

Contempt is a criminal charge in New Jersey which can occur in a myriad of different ways. Under N.J. Stat. § 2C:29-9, contempt is a serious offense with harsh penalties. Its purpose is to punish those who disobey court orders or rules. Understandably, a court does not take lightly a defendant’s disregard of the judicial process […]