Year: 2023
In New Jersey, driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving under the influence (DUI) are essentially the same. Impaired driving offenses are all DWIs in our state. Even though DWI is the official legal term here, DUI is a popular equivalent. If you’re facing a DWI charge in New…
You can usually expunge one indictable crime and three disorderly persons charges from your record after waiting four to five years in New Jersey, though exceptions apply. Records of recovery court matters, some marijuana charges, and arrests that don’t result in a conviction can also be expunged. Expungement…
New Jersey’s expungement procedures allow some people with criminal histories to have certain records isolated or sealed from the public record. An expungement is an important legal option to explore because a criminal background can affect future life opportunities, such as getting a job or finding suitable housing….
If you have been accused of shoplifting in New Jersey, you might wonder how serious the charge against you is. In most instances, shoplifting in New Jersey is categorized as a “disorderly persons offense,” roughly the equivalent of a misdemeanor in other states. But if the value of the…
You can obtain a copy of your criminal record through the New Jersey Division of State Police Criminal Information Unit (CIU). You can also try requesting a copy of your records from a specific law enforcement agency or court. However, the CIU is the most efficient source for…
It may be possible to have your shoplifting charge dismissed or lowered to a lesser offense. For example, in cases involving a first-time offense, your attorney could work with the prosecutor’s office to have the charge lowered to a municipal ordinance violation. Similarly, in cases involving a truly…
If you are accused of shoplifting, store owners or managers may simply ban you from their establishment. However, if you are arrested and convicted, the offense will most likely go on your criminal record. To avoid the serious negative impact this can have on your life, you should…
You need to take swift action if there is a warrant for your arrest in New Jersey. Ignoring a warrant could lead to significant criminal penalties, including jail or prison time. Knowing there is a warrant for your arrest is a scary situation, but you still have options….