March 24, 2021

New Jersey’s Red Flag Law is designed to stop certain crimes, like school shootings. The New Jersey Red Flag law was put into place on September 1, 2020. Also known as the Extreme Risk Protective Order Act (ERPO), the law allows family members or police officers to petition that a judge remove weapons from a person who could be considered a danger. In order to be considered a danger, the person must pose a risk to themselves or others. The judge can also prevent that person from buying a weapon or ammo. Family members and police officers can file…

March 18, 2021

If you have been following New Jersey’s criminal justice reform news, you are likely awaiting the final ruling of Bill S-3456, which is set to occur soon. This bill aims to end mandatory sentences for a variety of crimes. Continue reading to learn more. What Is Bill S-3456? Bill S-3456 will eliminate mandatory prison sentences for 29 crimes. This bill is designed as a part of a criminal justice reform. Lawmakers have been actively working toward criminal reform due to a large number of non-violent offenders in jail. In addition to higher jail populations, a criminal record leads to…

February 23, 2021

After years of discussion and a Constitutional amendment, the Garden State has officially legalized marijuana. While many NJ residents are eager to find out when they’ll be able to legally purchase marijuana in their home state, there’s some important information about these new laws that you’ll need to know first. With marijuana now legal in NJ, what does that mean for those who were previously convicted of possession and have a criminal record? Continue reading to find out. How Much Marijuana Can I Legally Possess in NJ? Under the decriminalization bill signed into effect by Governor Phil Murphy on Monday…

February 3, 2021

There are laws in place to prevent drivers from operating a vehicle while they are under the influence. The laws are not always the same and will usually vary from one state to the next. While some states could consider it a misdemeanor, other states consider this act a felony. If someone is charged with a felony, they will suffer greater consequences.  Continue reading to find out what the penalties are for driving under the influence in New Jersey. Blood Alcohol Content In the United States, people operating vehicles should not get behind the wheel if they have a blood…

January 31, 2021

Reckless driving is defined by the state of New Jersey as “heedlessly, in willful or wanton disregard of the rights or safety of others, in a manner to endanger, or be likely to endanger, a person or property ”heedlessly, in willful or wanton disregard of the rights or safety of others, in a manner to endanger, or be likely to endanger, a person or property.” A driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) charge in NJ is a rather serious crime. You will be charged with DWI if you fail a field sobriety test such…