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Criminal Mischief deals with crimes against property belonging to someone else in New Jersey. Generally, criminal mischief is the destruction or damage to property in which a pecuniary loss is realized. This can be a relatively minor offense or it can be considered a major crime. Believe it or not, in extreme instances, the crime […]
Charged with Possessing a CDS Analog in Edison? In New Jersey, it is outlawed for anyone to possess a controlled dangerous substance or analog of CDS without proper authorization. An analog is any substance similar to another controlled dangerous substance and that which may cause a similar high. Unless you have a prescription, you will […]
Facing Charges for Edible Marijuana in Jersey City? The legalization of weed in New Jersey continues to be a popular topic. Often, the discussion leads to more questions than answers. The continuous changes in the law, as well as the complexities and nuances, can leave citizens and visitors of this state confused. In reality, the […]
In New Jersey, cocaine is illegal. Specifically, it is illegal to possess cocaine in this state under N.J.S.A. 2C:35-10, which encompasses many different drugs that are listed on the Schedules of Controlled Dangerous Substances. Cocaine is a Schedule II controlled dangerous substance. Identification of a substance as a Schedule II drug means that, at a […]
Toms River Warrant Defense Lawyers Anyone who has a warrant for their arrest in Ocean County, New Jersey should retain an attorney. Waiting or ignoring the fact that there is a warrant for your arrest will only lead to stress, complications, and perhaps even unwanted incarceration. Ignorance of the warrant is not a defense in […]
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 […]
Felony Drug Possession Lawyers in Hudson County, NJ 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 […]
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 […]