December 1, 2020

Whether you are dealing with shoplifting charges, or you have a loved one who was recently arrested, you likely have a lot of questions about potential charges and laws in New Jersey. Here are a few of the most commonly asked questions regarding New Jersey’s shoplifting laws: What Potential Charges Do I Face With Shoplifting Charges in New Jersey? The charges for shoplifting vary, depending on the value of items stolen, as well as whether the offender has prior convictions. This includes: Items valued at less than $200: A total value of under $200 is considered a disorderly persons…

November 20, 2020

There is never a good time to get a DUI, but Thanksgiving weekend can be especially difficult and inconvenient. Thanksgiving celebrations often include alcohol, whether it is the night before Thanksgiving, or having a few drinks with dinner. Why Does Thanksgiving Lead to an Increase in DUIs? Thanksgiving weekend is one of the times of the year that leads to an increase in DUIs. A lot of factors contribute to this, including celebrations and time off work. Many businesses close for the weekend, giving people more time to celebrate, in which they may participate more heavily in drinking. While…

November 5, 2020

The state of New Jersey has joined other states in an attempt to legalize recreational marijuana. In fact, New Jersey is the 12th state to vote for the legalization to occur. This issue was brought up in the most recent election and was voted by the majority of residents, to go through with it. What does this mean for New Jersey residents? What does it mean for people who are currently dealing with drug charges? Things to Know About the Legalization of Marijuana in New Jersey These are just a few of the things to know about the legalization of…

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…

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…