Divorce After Domestic Violence in New Jersey

September 10, 2019

Domestic Violence Statistics Do you think domestic violence is an issue of the past? Think again. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence estimates that a person is physically abused by an intimate partner every 20 minutes in the U.S. In many instances, the partners are legally married. What do victims of this kind of violence… […]

Small Fines and Fees the Backbone of Small-Town Police Departments

September 6, 2019

Police Agencies and Fines A disturbing trend throughout the country involving police agencies and small fines has become entrenched in small towns. The trend involves police departments relying on small fines and other fees to fund their operating budgets and it has become a dangerous one. These towns are financing their local governments by issuing… […]

Repeat Sex Offenders See Sentences Lowered by Supreme Court

September 5, 2019

New Supreme Court Ruling for Repeat Sex Offenders The Supreme Court has ruled that heavy sentences for repeat sex offenders cannot be handed out by judges without the defendant appearing at a jury trial. The ruling came on an appeal of a case involving Andre Haymond. Haymond was sentenced to an additional five years in… […]

Active Duty Service Members – Where Should I File for Divorce?

August 19, 2019

Military Divorces in New Jersey When someone is in the military, there rules regarding divorce that apply to the service member and their spouse. Oftentimes those in the armed forces move often and don’t have residency in the state that they are stationed currently. Ultimately, knowing where to file for divorce when you’re an active… […]

Weapons Charges as an Enhanced Penalty

August 13, 2019

New Jersey Takes Weapon Crimes Very Seriously When someone commits a crime with a weapon, they may be subject to additional penalties. Law enforcement in New Jersey takes weapon crimes especially seriously as they have the ability to cause harm or death. At The Law Office of Stephen R. Piper, LLC, we can represent those… […]