When you have been charged with a DUI in New Jersey, a skilled DWI attorney can defend you by applying the facts of your case to possible defenses used to obtain dismissal. These defenses are often used by experienced lawyers and some of them involve common pitfalls that the prosecution may attempt to maneuver around. […]
Second degree crimes in New Jersey are reserved for serious offenses, which carry thousands of dollars in fines, long stints in prison of 5 to 10 years, and no early release if your crime is considered violent. How do Second Degree Crimes Fit into the NJ Criminal Charging Structure? In the New Jersey criminal system, […]
DUI Charges Can Affect Child Custody-Related Issues, Especially If You are Involved in a Custody Battle in New Jersey When spouses separate, the most immediate issue to resolve is child custody. Determining where the children live is a priority for parents and family courts in New Jersey. State child custody laws help judges determine whether […]
Consequences and Options to Avoid Jail for First-Time Offenders Charged with Drug Offenses in NJ Many people mistakenly assume that a first-time drug offense will not have serious consequences when nothing could be further from the truth. Several components determine what you are charged with and their corresponding penalties. If you are accused of a […]
A Must-Read if You Are Planning to Get Your Gun Permit in New Jersey The state of New Jersey has some of the strictest gun laws in the country. For this reason, it is imperative that residents and visitors of the state understand the laws regarding gun permits, how to get a permit, how to […]