Can Forgery Be Considered a White-Collar Crime?

November 22, 2019

What is Forgery? When a person commits an act of forgery, the charges they will receive will depend on the situation and location where the crime was committed. It is considered a felony for some people and a misdemeanor for others, but it all depends on the exact details of the crime. Forgery is considered… […]

When Can a Traffic Offense Lead to an Arrest and Conviction?

November 11, 2019

Severity of Traffic Offenses Different traffic violations could cause a person to get charged with a misdemeanor or even a felony, but it depends on the scenario. If an individual does get charged with a felony due to a traffic offense, they are looking at the possibility of dealing with some major consequences that could… […]

Miranda Rights: What You Need To Know

October 24, 2019

Explaining Miranda Rights You’ve heard the phrase on countless TV shows, and can probably quote it: “you have the right to remain silent, anything you say can be held against you in a court of law.” But there are details about Miranda rights that the average person doesn’t know. Some assume that if the magic… […]

The Criminal Justice Process: A Brief Overview Before The Trial

October 5, 2019

What to Expect After Being Arrested for a Crime in NJ If you or a loved one is arrested on suspicion of a crime, it can be a scary and traumatizing time. But knowing how the charging process happens can give the accused and their family some direction and peace of mind. Here is a… […]

Probable Cause and Reasonable Suspicion

September 20, 2019

When Law Enforcement Asks to Search Your Vehicle Have you ever been pulled over by a traffic cop? Did he ask you if it was alright to search your vehicle? Understand that in most situations, it’s the driver themselves who have given police officers a right to search them simply by giving verbal consent. If… […]