Received a Criminal Complaint in Hudson County, New Jersey If you have had a criminal complaint filed against you in New Jersey, you may be wondering how a citizen’s complaint differs from a police complaint and whether this means you’re facing criminal charges. Often, citizen’s complaints arise in situations involving domestic disputes, however, they can also be […]
Police Have Questions? Know Your Rights. No matter how many times people have heard the advice not to speak to the police without a lawyer present, they too frequently believe they can convince the police of their innocence by explaining themselves or that they must cooperate and talk to the police. However, the advice to […]
Charged with a Crime after a Search of my Car Freedom is possibly the most central value of American life. The right to have autonomy in our movement, liberty in our choices, and protection of our privacy are closely held freedoms, protected by the U.S. Constitution, with certain limitations. These constitutional protections extend to drivers […]
Facing Charges After a House Party in New Jersey? The last thing you want or expect when hosting a house party is to have a neighbor call the police to complain or end up with a criminal charge against you. Whether you are hosting your own party or opening your home for your another person’s […]
Under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, you have a right against unreasonable search and seizure. Many people are aware that this right applies to their home and even their vehicle—with certain exceptions—but may wonder whether it applies to a search of their hotel room. The Fourth Amendment right against unreasonable search and seizure applies […]
New Brunswick NJ Criminal Law Attorneys Explain Sentencing in NJ Criminal Cases After an individual is convicted of a criminal offense in New Jersey, a judge uses sentencing guidelines to determine the proper term of imprisonment. In certain situations, the prosecutor can request that the court impose an extended sentence and, if the defendant commits […]
Crimes in New Jersey are categorized as indictable offenses or disorderly persons offenses. These two categories of crimes differ significantly in terms of the legal process and the severity of the potential consequences if convicted. If you are accused of a crime in NJ, it is imperative to understand the type of charges you are […]
The consequences of a criminal record in New Jersey are vast and for individuals who work in a field that requires a professional license, certain convictions can cost them their livelihood and a career they spent years developing. A criminal conviction is generally reported to licensing boards automatically and may result in suspension and revocation of your […]
Probation is a period of time, usually 1 to 5 years, when you are required to be under the supervision of a probation officer, instead of serving time in prison. When you are on probation in New Jersey, there are certain conditions to your probation—things you may not do and things you must do. If […]