As fatal drug overdoses overwhelmed our country in recent years, state lawmakers looked for ways to minimize unnecessary deaths. One of these was to provide some immunity for those who called 911 or otherwise sought emergency help for someone suffering an overdose. ...
If you are indicted and charged with a crime in New Jersey, you may be released on bail while awaiting the outcome of your case. While on bail, you will be required to appear in court as directed by the judge. Failing to honor your court date is a violation of the...
Not many things can be unsettling like being accused of committing a crime when you’re innocent. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon. If you are falsely charged with a crime, do not sit back and do nothing. Your actions (or inaction) following an indictment can mean...
Law enforcement is tasked with investigating crimes and ensuring that the law is upheld. However, they are not allowed to do this at the expense of civil liberties. Searches and seizures are a crucial component of many criminal cases. Typically, for such procedures to...
Walking outside becomes significantly more dangerous in the Garden State as temperatures drop. Not only will you feel the biting sting of the winter wind in your face, but your risk of slipping and falling increases when there is frozen precipitation on the ground....
The first professional that people think of when it comes to a criminal defense strategy is a lawyer. Obviously, anyone facing criminal charges would benefit from having proper legal representation, which is why the right to an attorney has such thorough legal...
Law enforcement has a host of powers at their disposal to assist in investigations and the prevention of crime. That being said, enforcing the law is a big responsibility and police officers must act within the confines of the law themselves. One of the more common...
You’re an experienced and conscientious driver, taking every possible step to ensure your safety and that of other road users. Unfortunately, not everyone shares this mindset. You’ve been caught up in a collision that was caused by the negligence of another driver. In...
Getting arrested can be quite stressful for you and your family. If the arrest leads to a trial, the court may release you on bail while awaiting the outcome of your case. This can be a welcome decision so you can carry on with your life and provide for your loved...
You know that the police need your permission to enter your house. If an officer knocks on the door and asks to come in, you’re not obligated to give them consent. You can politely refuse. What the officer will then do is go get a warrant and come back to your house....
