Even if you have never undergone a field sobriety test, you are probably familiar with the concept from movies and T.V. In reality, however, field sobriety testing does not always look like it does in fiction. Seeking a scientific measure of intoxication that would...
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Understanding the penalities of shoplifting in New Jersey
People who intentionally steal from individuals or businesses can receive serious legal consequences. Shoplifting is a type of theft that carries potential penalties such as imprisonment and fines. Individuals facing shoplifting charges in New Jersey should know the...
Planning a strong criminal defense strategy
Thousands of New Jersey residents face criminal charges every year. Many of the arrests associated with these cases are reported in the news, leading to an almost immediate “guilty as charged” reaction among the public. Of course, that is not the way criminal cases in...
Alleged DUI drivers charged with vehicular homicide
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol carries many perils, including causing a serious accident, losing driving privileges and facing serious criminal charges if someone is injured in an accident. Two men from northern New Jersey were recently charged with a...
Bill would end drug charges for less than a pound of marijuana
While many states across the nation have taken the step of decriminalizing marijuana, New Jersey has yet to do so. People who are arrested and charged with marijuana possession can face a variety of penalties that can complicate their lives. The law dictates the...
Psychology tests in court could be faulty, study says
Some people in New Jersey who are facing misdemeanor or felony charges may find themselves being required to take psychological and IQ tests that are not supported by evidence. According to a study that appeared in the journal Psychological Science in the Public...
Miranda rights: More than the right to remain silent
"You have the right to remain silent." For many people in New Jersey, this is a familiar phrase. Even if people have not encountered it through their own experiences, they have heard these warnings on a police drama on television. However, people may not consider just...
Unproven investigative technique used widely by police
Many New Jersey residents may expect police investigations to be like those often portrayed in movies and TV dramas, focused on accuracy and taking advantage of the latest advanced scientific techniques. Unfortunately, however, some investigations and forensic...
Community service sentencing can reinforce inequity
People in New Jersey often think of community service sentences as providing a win-win situation. People who are convicted of crimes, usually misdemeanors with fines attached, may be able to work through their sentence without harsh jail time or hefty fines they...
How arrest rates are affecting younger generations
New Jersey residents may be interested in learning that about one quarter of arrests are for consuming alcohol or drugs without permission. Statistics show that 9% of arrests for men and 8% of arrests for women are connected to drugs while 11% of arrests for women and...
