September 5, 2021

The New Jersey criminal justice system is made up of hundreds of crimes, each with their own legal consequences. This article provides you with a brief overview of the most common criminal offenses, and how New Jersey handles each of them. This can help you prepare for your upcoming case. Criminal Assault Criminal assault refers to any infliction, or attempt of infliction, of bodily harm or injury to another person. New Jersey divides criminal assault into different degrees, with first-degree being the most severe. Criminal assault charges of the fourth degree, which is the least, can lead to fines…

August 16, 2021

Included in the recent decriminalization of marijuana, New Jersey announced that it plans to dismiss a significant number of cases. What does this mean for you if you have marijuana previous or pending charges? Current Eligibility for Dismissal Currently, New Jersey has vacated or dismissed almost 88,000 marijuana-related cases since July 1, 2021. They estimate that a total of 360,000 cases are eligible for dismissal. These cases will be automatically vacated, dismissed, or expunged. However, none of the currently dismissed cases have yet been expunged. This dismissal includes a large number of cases that are currently in probation or pretrial…

July 10, 2021

Being Charged with Domestic Violence in New Jersey Remember how popular and famous the singer Chris Brown was? The rising star had everything going for him up until he got into a physical altercation with his girlfriend at the time, Rhianna. Ultimately, Brown ended up pleading guilty to domestic violence and lost the support of most of his music fans. That’s because domestic violence is taken very seriously in all 50 states. Depending on the particular circumstances, you could get charged with either a misdemeanor or a felony. The penalties are steep, and the social stigma surrounding domestic…

July 6, 2021

Consequences of a DUI in New Jersey New Jersey law does not differentiate between a DUI (driving under the influence) for drugs and a DWI (driving while intoxicated) for alcohol. Both are against the law and are subject to punishment. However, every case is different based on the specific circumstances, and therefore the possible punishment for a conviction can vary. You can lose your license, pay fines, be required to perform community service, even serve time in jail. Here is a rundown of how DWI and DUI laws work in New Jersey, and what the possible punishments are. How DUI/DWI…

June 22, 2021

If you’re arrested for drug possession at the Jersey Shore, call Gelman Law for a criminal defense consultation. While the Jersey Shore may have a reputation as a fun and hip party place, it is still important to know the drug laws. Drug possession is not only illegal in New Jersey, but it can also lead to harsh consequences, including jail time. Knowing the laws ahead of time can help you have a good time this summer without leaving the beach with criminal charges. Jersey Shore Drug Possession Laws New Jersey, and the Jersey Shore particularly, have taken…