New Jersey's Criminal Defense Blog
When a person is arrested, the police are supposed to read them their rights as a person facing criminal allegations. This reading, sometimes known as a Miranda warning or a reading of the Miranda rights, is a basic part of most arrests and is required in many cases….
As a New Jersey resident, understanding your legal rights is essential for protecting yourself if you face criminal charges. Your rights regarding search and seizure law are particularly crucial. The Law Office of Jason A. Volet understands the challenges people face when they believe law enforcement officers may…
If you are facing a criminal charge in New Jersey, you need to know what kind of sentence you might be given if convicted to evaluate your defense strategies. Sentencing for criminal convictions in New Jersey depends on multiple factors, including the offense’s seriousness and applicable sentencing ranges,…
The main differences between aggravated and simple assault in New Jersey are the severity of the injury caused by the offense and the degree of charges. Simple assault is a more minor crime charged as a disorderly person’s offense. Aggravated assault is serious and charged as an indictable…
During a traffic stop, the police officer may ask whether you have anything illegal in your vehicle or request permission to search your car. They may even order you out of your vehicle and search it regardless of whether you consent. Police may search a vehicle with the…
A drug conviction in New Jersey could result in a driver’s license suspension, even if you were not behind the wheel at the time of the arrest. In fact, several drug offenses trigger an automatic license suspension in New Jersey. Losing your driver’s license can upend your life,…
New Jersey takes domestic violence very seriously. A domestic violence conviction can result in lengthy prison sentences, fines, probation, and a ban on firearm purchases. These convictions will also show up on a permanent record and can be visible on background checks. The victim can also sue…
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….
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 drug crimes can lead to harsh punishment, especially when they involve harm or the risk of harming minors. For this reason, distributing a controlled dangerous substance (CDS) within 1,000 feet of a school is a third-degree indictable crime in New Jersey. If convicted, you could receive…