The New Jersey Supreme Court agreed unanimously to overturn an Appellate Court ruling that allowed the state to bring criminal contempt charges against defendants accused of violating pretrial conditions of release. Interpreting the Criminal Justice Reform Act (CJRA), the Supreme Court, deciding two consolidated cases, ruled that the Appellate Court’s decision runs counter to the […]
read full articleThe Basics of New Jersey Search Warrants If the police believe you have evidence of a crime or contraband, such as illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, or illegal firearms, they cannot simply barge into your house and grab what they want, as you may have seen on television. Unless you provide your consent to a search, […]
read full articleNJ Attorneys Handling Video Conference Court for Criminal, Domestic Violence, and Child Abuse Allegations In the wake of this unprecedented health crisis caused by Coronavirus, the world has essentially shut down. New Jersey, alongside many other states throughout the country, has closed all establishments and offices that are deemed non-essential. Both private and public companies […]
read full articleOn March 24, 2020, the New Jersey Supreme Court publicized a Consent Order releasing people from county jails who are serving municipal court sentences or sentenced to jail as a condition of probation. This unprecedented Consent Order for the release of inmates was reached as COVID-19 aggressively attacks the citizens of New Jersey. This pandemic […]
read full articleCan I Still be a Teacher if I Have been Charged with a Crime in NJ? If you work at a New Jersey school, you almost certainly needed to get background checked. Virtually all employees must complete a background check administered by the NJ state police or the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This includes everyone […]
read full articleIf you have a warrant for your arrest in New Jersey, you should know that an arrest warrant can follow you anywhere in the United States. We often get calls from people in shock to find out that there driver’s license has been suspended due to a New Jersey warrant for their arrest. Others come […]
read full articleWondering if your phone can be used against you in New Jersey? Almost everyone knows that they have a right to remain silent in certain situations. The right to remain silent is the first part of the Miranda warnings that you’ve likely heard on one of the countless cop or crime dramas on TV: “You […]
read full articlePolice conduct traffic stops on New Jersey roadways virtually everyday. They notice someone driving too fast, failing to maintain their lane, making an improper turn, driving with a headlight out, driving recklessly, or otherwise committing a traffic violation and are quick to turn on the sirens. What you may not know until you find yourself […]
read full articleNeed Lawyer Local Ordinance Violation NJ Any 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 […]
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 […]
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