Year: 2024
Longstanding views on certain drugs and drug-related crimes are slowly changing around the country. But laws don’t always change as quickly as society’s attitudes about certain crimes. Drug offenses still carry stiff penalties in New Jersey. You should take it seriously if you’ve been accused of a drug…
In certain cases, New Jersey officials may try a juvenile as an adult. In cases involving juveniles 15 or older, the prosecutor can file a motion to move the case to adult court. The judge will decide whether to grant the motion. This is a pivotal decision, as…
After an arrest, you may first appear in court at an arraignment. Going to court can seem overwhelming, especially when facing criminal charges for the first time or if the police did not release you after your booking. Understanding what to expect at an arraignment in New Jersey…
If you’re facing DUI charges in New Jersey, you’re probably wondering how much it costs to hire a DUI attorney to represent you. While the price varies from one firm to the next and depends on the case’s complexity, experienced DUI lawyers start at around $2,500. That is far less…
Any parent would be worried to learn that their underage child had been charged with a crime. In addition to immediate concerns about penalties, including possible detention, a conviction can have serious long-term consequences for a young person’s life. A parent who hears from police that their child…
If you’ve been arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance, you may wonder whether there’s any way to get the charge dismissed. New Jersey offers several possibilities for getting a drug possession charge dismissed, although this option isn’t available in all cases and depends on your…