Consent to Search in New Jersey
Do You Have to Give Consent to a Search in NJ? In short, no. Every person has the right to be secure in their persons and belongings, including their home and vehicle. This means that police or other law enforcement officials cannot search you, your car, or your home without just cause. However, if you […]
read full articleTop Things to Know about NJ DUI Checkpoints
DWI at a Checkpoint Attorneys in Phillpsburg, North Warren, Frankford, NJ New Jersey is one of several states that permits DWI/DUI checkpoints. However, the requirements for sobriety checkpoints are very strict under the law. The courts have limited police conduct at DWI checkpoints to avoid harming individuals’ rights, specifically the right to be free from […]
read full articleWays You Can Illegally Possess a Drug in New Jersey
Drug Possession Attorneys in Phillipsburg NJ You may think it is easy to understand drug possession charges, and in may cases, it is. However, you may be surprised to learn just how far some possession charges can reach in New Jersey, especially if you are in an area where drugs are found. Many people find […]
read full articleCan I Remove a Restraining Order?
Removing a Restraining Order in Sussex and Warren County, NJ When you want to remove a restraining order in New Jersey, it is important to understand the process required to accomplish this goal. Getting a restraining order removed in New Jersey is also known as vacating or dissolving the order. While it is possible to […]
read full articleEvidence of Impairment for NJ DWI Charges
How do Prosecutors Prove Driving while Intoxicated in New Jersey? Alcohol affects everyone differently. Your tolerance, size, weight, and even genetics play a role in how impaired you may be after a few drinks. That is part of the reason that the law in New Jersey has a few of ways that they can test […]
read full articleDrinking Charges & Dry Towns in New Jersey
New Jersey is unique in many ways, and one of those ways is that it has several “dry towns” throughout the state. A dry town completely bans the sale of alcohol within city limits. This ban extends to every type of establishment, from grocery stores to bars. Often, our criminal defense lawyers are asked about […]
read full articleDomestic Violence Detention Hearing in Sussex County NJ
If you or a loved one has been arrested for domestic violence in Sussex County, you are likely filled with questions about what happens next. The first step in a domestic violence case after an arrest is a detention hearing. Here, our experienced attorneys answer the most common questions we are asked by clients accused […]
read full articleWhat it Means to Downgrade Your NJ Criminal Charges
Why Downgrading Charges may be the Best Result in Your NJ Criminal Case In New Jersey, like every other state, there are several classes of potential criminal charges. The most severe of these are referred to as “crimes” or “indictable offenses.” The level below encompasses disorderly persons offenses and petty disorderly persons offenses. Below criminal […]
read full articlePolice Want to Question Me in New Jersey
Criminal Defense Lawyers Explain Your Rights When Under Police Investigation in Sussex & Warren County, NJ Being under police investigation in New Jersey can be extremely confusing and scary. The entire process is often overwhelming for not only the person charged but also concerned family and friends. You may be unsure of what you should […]
read full articleWhat You Need to Know About New Jersey Probation Violations
Violation of Probation in Sussex County, NJ In New Jersey, probation can be issued as an alternative sentence in a variety of situations. It is often used in criminal cases when an attorney negotiates with the prosecutor for a more lenient outcome, and is also common for lower-level indictable charges where a defendant’s criminal history […]
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