False accusations are not as unusual as one may think, and they can take a heavy toll on the accused emotionally, raising feelings of anger, fear and frustration. Whether they are the result of mistaken identity, a misunderstanding, or malicious intent, false accusations are serious matters that can severely damage…
In New Jersey, felonies are referred to as indictable offenses, misdemeanors as disorderly persons offenses. Indictable offenses are serious crimes with penalties ranging from 18 months to life in prison. Convictions carry lifelong consequences. 1st degree offenses, such as murder and armed robbery, carry penalties of 10 to 20 years…
As the holiday season approaches, most people look forward to celebrations and feelings of good cheer. Those involved in abusive relationships, however, experience heightened tensions and fear instead. According to some sources, there is a 20% increase in domestic violence incidents requiring police intervention during the month of December. Several…
When you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, it is important to remain at the scene and report the events to the appropriate authorities. In fact, you are legally required to do so. Accidents themselves are not crimes, but leaving the scene of one may subject you to criminal…
Many people use their social media platforms to vent, boast, share family news, and connect with friends old and new. Some use their posts to incite reactions or encourage conversation. For the most part, your posts have little impact outside of your personal circle of followers unless, that is, you…
It is to be expected that a person convicted of a crime will be sentenced to time in jail or prison, which may be followed by a period of parole or another form of community supervision. The convicted individual may also be ordered to pay certain financial penalties in the…
Chances are if you are looking for a criminal defense attorney, your needs are immediate. That doesn’t mean, however, that you shouldn’t do your due diligence to find the right attorney for your case. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges in New Jersey, you will want…
In New Jersey, probation is a court-ordered period of supervision imposed as an alternative to incarceration, allowing an individual convicted of a criminal offense to remain in the community under specific conditions rather than serving time in jail. The intention is to foster positive behavioral changes while ensuring the offender’s…
Recognizing that young minds are still developing and learning, our justice system allows for juvenile offenders to be treated differently from adult offenders to give minors a second chance and make better choices going forward. Although juvenile and criminal courts both seek to hold offenders accountable for their actions, there…
When you are accused of a crime, guilty or not, how you react initially matters. Resisting law enforcement, claiming your innocence, attempting to direct suspicion elsewhere can all work against you in the end. Although it is a stressful situation, remain as calm as possible and adhere to the following:…