New Jersey’s governor and legislative leaders are on the verge of enacting a landmark bill legalizing marijuana for recreational adult-use throughout the state. The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory and Expungement Aid Modernization Act also includes provisions that ease the expungement process for certain non-violent and low-level marijuana offenses. It further addresses how the new recreational […]
read full articleAny town may enact rules that impact the town, also known as town ordinances. Most often, towns pass laws that involve the peace and enjoyment, property, and civility of its citizens. However, local governments in New Jersey have very few ways to raise revenue. Filing a violation of a local ordinance against a resident or […]
read full articleCharged with Driving under the Influence of Prescription Pills in New Jersey? Thousands of people across New Jersey take prescription drugs to treat various conditions. Carisoprodol or Soma for back pain. Xanax or alprazolam for anxiety. Seroquel or lithium for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. An amphetamine—Adderall, Ritalin, or Dexdrine—to treat ADD or ADHD. In short, […]
read full articleFacing Charges for an Out of State Gun in NJ? The New Jersey Constitution does not specifically provide for its citizens to own firearms. However, we know that each citizen has the right to own firearms under the 2nd Amendment to the United States Constitution. In New Jersey, the gun laws are very specific and […]
read full articleYou probably already known that stealing is illegal in New Jersey and other states. There are numerous laws that prohibit theft of another’s property, as well as any other items that doesn’t belong to you. For example, theft of movable property is a common charge in NJ, as are other charges for credit card theft, […]
read full articleFacing Criminal Charges from the Super Bowl in NJ? The Super Bowl is the premier sporting event in the United States. Emotions run high. People often drink to excess. Some people are invariably arrested. This year, Super Bowl LIII will be held on Sunday, February 3rd. But the parties and gatherings go on all weekend […]
read full articleIf you’re wondering how the bail system works in New Jersey, you’re not alone. People charged with crimes and those whose loved ones have been arrested are faced with this question every day. The bail system in New Jersey changed dramatically in 2017. Prior to that date, defendants charged with crimes were eligible to request […]
read full articleWhy an Electronic Cigarette Could Get You Arrested for Drugs in New Jersey More and more people today are using electronic cigarettes, also known as vaping, e-cigarettes, e-vaporizers, or vape pens. There are currently over 460 different brands of e-cigarette available and these items are not technically illegal in and of themselves. While smoking an […]
read full articleWhat a Per Se Violation of NJ DWI Laws Means if You’re Arrested New Jersey law prohibits driving while intoxicated, which means driving when you are unable to operate a motor vehicle as well as a sober person under similar circumstances. Although police officers and prosecutors can attempt to prove that you were driving while […]
read full articleHave to go to Municipal Court in NJ? The majority of people arrested in New Jersey will receive a summons noting a court appearance date in the local municipal court in the town, city, or township where the arrest occurred. If have been scheduled to appear in NJ Municipal Court for criminal charges, you need to […]
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