December 26, 2019

Drug Possession Charges in New Jersey Drug possession charges are often divided into two categories: the lower level misdemeanor offenses and higher-level felony offenses. Regardless of whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony, any drug charge is serious and has severe and long-term consequences. Knowing the difference between what constitutes a misdemeanor and a felony can help you and your criminal defense attorney decide how to approach potential criminal proceedings and give you the best outcome possible. Drug Laws in New Jersey In New Jersey, misdemeanors are known as disorderly conduct charges. The only possession charge that…

December 3, 2019

Changes in DUI Laws for First-Time Offenders Have you ever been subjected to a breathalyzer test? Did you feel confident that your results were accurate? According to a growing number of experts, breathalyzers may not be as accurate as we thought in the past. On top of that, losing driving privileges puts a lot of strain on individuals who need to work and support their families. In response to these concerns, lawmakers in New Jersey have passed new laws that change the penalties for first-time DUI charges. Learn everything you need to know below. New Jersey Changes DUI…

November 25, 2019

New Jersey Voting on Marijuana Legalization Have you ever been accused of being a criminal for carrying around marijuana in your pocket? Would you like that to change? If you do, then you’re in good company. Governor Phil Murphy agrees, and he’s not the only one. Thankfully, you and every other citizen of New Jersey will have an opportunity to get out to the polls and show your support for legalizing marijuana. Learn everything you need to know about this important vote below. Marijuana’s Status is in a State of Flux You’ve likely seen all the news reports touting the…

October 21, 2019

Criminal Defense Overview If you are facing criminal charges, it is important to know some of the legal tools you can use to defend yourself in a court of law. Knowing what legal defenses apply to certain situations can help you defeat the charges against you and keep you from enduring the punishment and criminal record that comes with a conviction. Criminal defense, as a legal term, refers to the strategy that you and your attorney use to combat the prosecutor’s charges and evidence of your guilt. And remember, a prosecutor needs to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable…

October 10, 2019

Portable Breath Tests If the police have a reason to believe that a driver was drinking alcoholic beverages before getting behind the wheel, they could request to have the individual take a portable breath test. There have been times where people were pulled over for this very reason and they refused to take the portable breath test. However, the consequences that come along with refusing to take the test are often severe. Understanding the Test If an officer believes someone is drinking and driving, they could pull that person over and ask the driver of the vehicle to step out…