New Jersey's Criminal Defense Blog
If the police ask you to come into the station for questioning, there’s a strong chance that they consider you a suspect or person of interest in the case they’re investigating. Any answers you give to their questions could affect the outcome of a subsequent case against you….
County jails and state prisons serve different purposes in New Jersey. County jails typically hold those awaiting trial or serving shorter sentences for less serious crimes. State prisons house those convicted of more serious offenses and serving longer sentences, usually over a year. State prison environments are also…
If you are facing criminal charges, you need to know how “posting bail” works in New Jersey. Recent changes in the law have had a far-reaching impact on the New Jersey criminal justice system. In January 2017, New Jersey passed the Bail Reform and Speedy Trial Act. This…
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…
A criminal record can be a barrier between you and the future you hoped for. In addition to the damage a conviction can have on your reputation, you may also face restrictions on where you can live and work, lose certain rights, and more. If you were convicted…