New Jersey classifies criminal offenses as indictable, disorderly persons offenses, or petty disorderly persons offenses. Further, the Municipal Courts hear cases for disorderly persons offenses, petty disorderly persons offenses, motor vehicle tickets, and violations of town ordinances. Generally, violations of town ordinances are not considered criminal offenses and can often be a favorable way to resolve a criminal […]
Many drug charges in New Jersey are considered felonies, or indictable crimes, and can require a state prison term if convicted. However, not all drug charges are felonies, as a select few are disorderly persons (misdemeanor) offenses allowing for county jail sentences. The degree of the drug charges filed against you, the court you will […]
Headlines involving drug overdoses and deaths are not uncommon in New Jersey. As such, the State of New Jersey, as well as Union County, have devoted substantial resources to combating and capturing drug dealers and users alike. The types of drug charges in Union County can vary, as do the degrees of these crimes and […]
DWI arrests are always a jarring event. You likely feel unfairly singled out, outraged, and incredibly inconvenienced. If you are under the influence when arrested, you may feel disoriented and scared. Either way, it is critical to remember your rights during the time leading up to and after an arrest for DUI charges. Here is […]
Process Before Hudson County NJ Indictment New Jersey uses what is known as a grand jury process to bring its more serious criminal charges against accused individuals. The federal and state constitutions actually guarantee the right to a grand jury in certain situations. The grand jury process is designed to ensure that an impartial group […]
DUI Lawyer with Local Offices in Point Pleasant Explains Prosecuting DUI charges with a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) has become increasingly popular in New Jersey. Often, a DRE will not be able to specify what specific substance was used that impaired the person’s ability to drive. Instead, the officer will rely on a 12-step process to opine […]
Given that drugs like cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine are classified as illegal controlled dangerous substances under New Jersey law, no state or federal agency regulates these drugs for quality. There’s no real way for you to know exactly what a drug contains when buying from a dealer. In many cases, to increase profits, people selling […]
What’s Legal and What’s Not When It Comes to CBD and THC Possession in NJ THC and CBD are in the spotlight right now, both nationally and in New Jersey. CBD-infused products, from gummies to oils to vape products, are advertised across the state. However, many people do not fully understand the legality surrounding CBD, […]
Rape Defense Attorneys in New Brunswick NJ The term “statutory rape” refers to sexual activity between two people, one of whom is under a state’s “age of consent.” Although a commonly used term, New Jersey does not have a specific criminal charge for statutory rape. With that being said, there are several criminal charges that […]
Getting a criminal conviction can result in a number of serious consequences, including hurting your job prospects. First, there are the immediate consequences, such as fines, jail or prison time, probation, the loss of your driver’s license for certain crimes, etc. But then there are longer-term consequences. You may lose the right to own firearms. […]