January 25, 2023

New Jersey law lists the possession of heroin as a third-degree crime. This can lead to a criminal record, as well as the potential for jail time. Understanding the potential penalties and what criminal defense options may be available is important if you are navigating these charges. New Jersey Legal Penalties for Possession of Heroin A third-degree conviction of heroin possession in New Jersey can result in the following: Jail time of three to five years Required probation of up to five years Drug Enforcement Demand Reduction (DEDR) fee of $1,000 Potential of a permanent criminal record…

January 8, 2023

As a parent, it can be overwhelming for your child to be in legal trouble, especially when you feel like you have little control over the situation. If your child is dealing with criminal charges related to juvenile sexting or the distribution of child pornography, continue reading to find out what you should do (and how a skilled criminal defense attorney can help). What is Sexting? Sexting refers to the behavior of sending or receiving text messages that are sexually implicit in nature. You might be surprised to learn that even if sexting is consensual, it may…

December 14, 2022

DUIs tend to increase during the holiday season. There are a number of reasons why more people are charged with a DUI during the Christmas season, and reviewing these causes can help you avoid expensive fines and a criminal record. As we head into the holiday season, beware of DUIs. Why Do DUIs Increase During the Holiday Season? The most common reasons why DUIs increase during the holiday season include the following: More parties that serve alcohol: The holiday season is full of parties, many of which serve alcohol. One of the biggest risks is that it’s…

December 9, 2022

Rideshares are often considered a safe alternative to driving during the holidays. You can always call rideshare when you have had too much to drink or are too tired from the holiday fun to get behind the wheel. What happens then when you’re in a rideshare accident? What if you decide to pick some extra money during the holidays by working for Uber or Lyft, and you and your passenger are in an accident? The laws on rideshare accidents are still somewhat newer, and you may find that it’s not always easy to navigate them without the help of…

November 30, 2022

More and more people are turning to the internet to do their shopping. Whether it’s shopping for new home furniture, kitchen utensils, or holiday gifts, online shopping has taken the retail world by storm. This has also led to an increase in theft crimes, as some people may drive around specifically looking for people who leave their delivered packages unattended. New Jersey’s Law to Combat Theft Crimes In an attempt to combat this, New Jersey has implemented the Defense Against Porch Pirates Act (Bill A3870). This law means that anyone charged with stealing packages from someone’s porch…