A restraining order can have a lasting impact on your life. While it may or may not have been justified at the time, a long-lasting restraining order can continue to affect your job, reputation, and family life. Continue reading to find out how long a restraining...
New Jersey, as well as every other state, expects parents to keep their children protected and out of harm’s way. When they fail to do this, even if it is considered an accident, they can be criminally charged with endangering the welfare of a child. Continue reading...
Bill S-3456, one of the latest in New Jersey, is purposed to reduce the mandatory minimum prison sentences for 29 crimes. This bill will be considered in an attempt to reduce racial disparity among those charged with certain crimes and those who are sentenced to jail...
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...
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...
The potential consequences that come with criminal charges in New Jersey can be stressful any time of the year. But, the change in business and court hours that occur over holiday weekends, including Thanksgiving, can make it an even more frustrating experience. Most...
After you’ve been convicted of a crime, everything you once knew was wiped away. But now that you’ve served your time and are eager to start fresh, you’re finding that nearly impossible. Despite having served your sentence and having grown from the experience, people...
Getting arrested can be an overwhelming and downright nerve wracking experience. Individuals are scared, nervous and in the heat of the moment, can incriminate themselves without even realizing it – or intending to. Below is a list of things you should do after...
The Impact of a Criminal Record The mistakes that you make as a child or young adult can follow you into your adult years. A criminal record can affect your ability to get a job, attend college, or even take out certain loans. If a criminal record is keeping you back,...
Suppose you have imbibed in alcohol at a local bar or at a friend’s house and now you are faced with the challenge of deciding how you will make it home. One option is driving your own car, which you used to get to the bar or friend’s house, home. The other option is...