If you get arrested for drinking and driving, you could face serious consequences. Some of these penalties could include the requirement to spend time in jail, a hefty fine and loss of your driving privileges. In New Jersey, according to the Division of Highway...
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How are penalties for drug charges determined in New Jersey?
An arrest for a drug offense in New Jersey could result in harsh consequences, including substantial fines and serious jail time. The penalties for a possession arrest often vary, and there are several factors that can affect the level of the charge and the court’s...
What do you know about emotional abuse and restraining orders?
Sometimes, you grow angry with your partner, but you always stop yourself from reacting physically. Despite that, you now face a temporary restraining order. WebMD explores non-physical domestic violence. Build your defense by understanding how your words and actions...
Is an ignition interlock device mandatory after a New Jersey DWI?
If you receive a conviction for driving while intoxicated in New Jersey, you face a number of penalties, one of which may be license revocation. However, authorities recognize that the loss of driving privileges has the potential to cause extreme hardship. So,...
How you may get charged with a weapons offense
Some legal charges are more serious than others. If you find yourself facing a weapons charge, it may disrupt your life. A weapons charge may come at a time you least expect it. Thus, it helps to understand some examples of situations that may lead the prosecution...
Understanding Miranda Rights
Although most people have probably seen a show in which an arresting officer reads the suspect his or her rights, not everyone clearly understands exactly what they mean. When facing arrest, a person of interest is probably feeling overwhelmed and may make a mistake...
What is a misdemeanor charge?
The criminal justice system can be intimidating, but the first step requires understanding terminology. Generally speaking, there are three different categories of crime. These three categories are in fraction, misdemeanor and felony. According to Findlaw, a...
How do you read an arrest report?
CA numbers, CC numbers and unfamiliar names of crimes: It is completely natural to become frustrated sorting through this kind of coded language for the first time. However, after a few minutes of preparation, you should have very little trouble investigating charges...
Recommendations for easing sentencing guidelines
The New Jersey Criminal Sentencing and Disposition Commission has recommended reforms to sentencing guidelines for certain crimes. These changes may make up for past “tough on crime” policies that have resulted in racial and ethnic disparities and crowded state...
Keeping your handgun away from the hands of minors
The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution affords you the right to keep and bear arms. Simply put, whether you have a passion for firearms or merely want to protect yourself and your property, you have the right to have a gun. You must be careful with how you...
