New Jersey Criminal Lawyers Blog
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious, dangerous practice not only for the offender but for their potential victims. Law enforcement agencies across the country treat it as such. While interdiction efforts and police presence are increased during certain times, particularly around holidays, patrols are always on the lookout for impaired drivers in hopes of preventing accidents before they happen.
Most people charged with a DUI may not be aware of the extent to which their judgment and reflexes have been impaired. Many may believe they are fit to operate a motor vehicle. Some make the mistake of thinking a DUI charge is just another motor vehicle violation, but it isn’t. While defendants have the right to represent themselves in court, retaining an attorney is in your best interest.
The laws pertaining to DUIs vary by state. In New Jersey, the penalties for a DUI offense depend on several factors including whether:
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 are facing 
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 form of fines, court fees and/or restitution to the victims of the crime or their families. Oftentimes, however, the penalties for committing a 
Earlier this month, the American Bar Association held its 40th National Institute on White Collar Crime. This is the nation’s leading event for professionals in the enforcement and defense of white collar crimes. Among the highlights of this year’s event were discussions on healthcare fraud, digital currency-related crimes, and environmental crimes. But what exactly is 
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.
Having a criminal record can impact an offender’s life long after their case has concluded. A criminal record may affect one’s ability to gain employment, obtain housing, and hold certain professional certifications and licenses, among other things. In some instances, qualifying offenders can avoid this by having their criminal records expunged.
In New Jersey, probation is a court-ordered period of supervision imposed as an alternative to incarceration, allowing an individual convicted of a 
Recognizing that young minds are still developing and learning, our justice system allows for 
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:
It is the prosecutor’s job to build cases with sufficient evidence to show probable cause that a crime has been committed and that the defendant is responsible for the crime as charged. To do this, he or she must be familiar with law enforcement techniques in criminal investigation, understand how to gather and present evidence, and know how to interview and prepare witnesses. A prosecutor must also possess a strong understanding of what evidence is necessary to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt at trial. A prosecutor also knows what would constitute a fair plea offer recommendation and disposition.