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856.861.4236 What is a Simple Assault Charge? October 30, 2020
Understanding the charges that you are facing is important as you navigate your simple assault case in New Jersey. New Jersey laws require certain elements to meet the criteria of a simple assault charge. What is Simple Assault? A simple assault charge, according to New Jersey laws, is any type of assault that results in significant bodily injury. This includes: A purposeful action that knowingly inflicts bodily injury· Negligence that leads to bodily injury attempt to instill fear or injury through physical menace It is important to note that simple assault differs from aggravated assault. Aggravated assault is…
read more Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Child in N.J. Arrested in Tennessee October 20, 2020
News of a sexual assault offender impacted the Plainfield, New Jersey area almost two years ago. Just when it looked like the offender disappeared and would avoid jail time, an anonymous tip led to his arrest. Investigative Staff’s Hard Work Pays off Despite no traces of the offender for almost two years, investigators never gave up. When they received an anonymous tip, they the Plainfield Police Division and the Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit worked closely together with local authorities and tracked down the offender in Tennessee. He was arrested in the state of Tennessee and will be extradited…
read more How Do I Fight DUI Charges in New Jersey? September 30, 2020
You ended up having one drink too many. Maybe you thought you were okay to drive but on your way home, a cop stopped you and now you’re facing DUI charges. What do you do? Are there any options available to you? Find out in our latest blog post. What Happens After You’re Pulled Over for a Suspected DUI? If a police officer suspects that you’ve been drinking, you will be arrested and taken into police custody. Upon arrival at the police station, you will be booked and placed in a cell until someone can bail you out.
read more Consequences of Opioids Possession and Sale in New Jersey September 17, 2020
Much of the country has promised to fight back against the opioid epidemic, as opioid overdoses continue to increase in numbers. In following this trend, the state of New Jersey has implemented strict laws regarding both opioid possession and illegal sale. If you are being charged with opioid possession or sale in New Jersey, it is important to evaluate your available legal options. What Are Opioids? Opioids are most commonly known as prescription pills. However, heroin is also categorized as an opioid. Other opioids include pain relievers like oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, and morphine. These are medications that are most…
read more What Happens If You Get Pulled Over With Someone Else’s Prescription? August 28, 2020
Being in possession of someone else’s prescription might not initially seem like a big deal. But, with stricter laws and legal consequences on drug possession in the United States and New Jersey, getting pulled over with possession of a prescription that is not yours could land you in big trouble. What is a Controlled Dangerous Substance? A controlled dangerous substance (CDS) includes certain prescription drugs that are scheduled under federal and New Jersey Laws. Controlled substances might include: Opioid pain medications ADHD medications Anti-anxiety medications Synthetic steroids These medications require the prescription of a medical provider. Only the individual who…
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