New Jersey's Criminal Defense Blog
Let’s say that your case is headed to trial. As your New Jersey criminal defense attorney, you and I have been in constant communication about what the best course of action is. We have considered your defense. We have examined all of the facts of your case. We…
Many crimes come with tough sentences for those convicted. In these situations, the defendant may want to work with the prosecutor to lessen the punishment for his or her charges. However, this can be a difficult process without the help of an experienced attorney who can help negotiate…
According to a study produced by the Innocence Project, a multinational legal non-profit group, up to one quarter of all people falsely convicted and eventually exonerated of a crime had originally confessed to committing the crime. False confessions are clearly more common than many people think, and they…
The 4th Amendment of the US Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures of property that may incriminate a person. Police must first go through the courts to obtain a warrant before they can rifle through a person’s private property for evidence in a criminal case. If…
Embezzlement and money laundering both involve making personal profit off of money or property that is not your own, but the levels of on-site involvement usually vary. Embezzlement often refers to an individual abusing privileged access to goods or money, while money laundering tends to involve a second-party…
The basic process of a criminal case begins with a defendant being arrested and charged with committing a crime. The government is responsible for proving that there is irrefutable reason to believe that the defendant committed the crime. The following process then takes place: Bail hearing – The…
Any criminal accusations against you can have a serious impact on your personal and professional reputations. Thus, it is important to address these charges immediately. The first step you should take if you believe you are being falsely accused is to contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer who…
Reckless driving is broadly defined, but can generally be understood to be any kind of driving which might endanger a driver and his passengers, or any other driver on the road. Offenses include: Speeding Tailgating (following too closely) Not using a turn signal Ignoring traffic laws Distracted driving…
Misdemeanor and indictable offenses differ in the severity of the charge. What is a Misdemeanor? A misdemeanor is a less severe offense that may include the following penalties if you are convicted: Jail time Fines Probation Community service Education or treatment programs What is an Indicatable Offense? Indictable…