Eyewitness evidence has helped police solve many crimes and helped courts convict many who committed crimes. Yet it has also led to the police arresting and courts convicting many innocent people. As with any evidence, eyewitness testimony will make it more difficult...
Criminal Defense
The impact of a drug conviction on a New Jersey college student
In the Garden State, the consequences of a drug conviction extend far beyond legal troubles. For college students, a drug conviction can affect not only their personal lives but also their educational and professional futures. Academic consequences An immediate impact...
The consequences of identity theft
What do you think of when you hear “identity theft?” You’d be correct if you thought of cybercriminals using stolen account details to make fraudulent bank withdrawals and purchases. But identity theft is more than just about hackers and malware. What is identity...
FAQs about expunging or sealing a criminal record
A criminal history is a detailed list of your arrests and convictions. Almost one-third of Americans have one. About half of children in the US have a parent with an arrest or conviction. The problem with these is that landlords and employers have access to this...
Is a New Jersey recovery court an option for you?
When you face a New Jersey drug charge, quite a lot hangs in the balance. Depending on the severity of the charge you are up against, you may wind up serving time in jail or prison, among other potential repercussions. However, if you meet certain eligibility terms,...
What are the legal ramifications of a bar fight?
You do not have to be a rowdy, violent person to end up in a bar fight. Anyone can get caught up in a situation they did not want to get into. However, the legal consequences of a bar fight can be serious, especially when it comes to assault charges. The legal system...
How can you stay legal under New Jersey’s marijuana laws?
The legalization of marijuana in various states has led to some confusion. Just because a state decriminalized the use of marijuana for recreational purposes does not make it a free-for-all. There are still rules that you must follow. Before you start using cannabis...
Is DNA really infallible evidence?
Once technology advanced, the criminal justice system began relying heavily on DNA evidence in many cases to prove guilt. The idea was that if DNA proves it, then there is no way to argue otherwise. While DNA is very good evidence, it is not without its faults. It is...
What should you know about the proposed changes to implied consent?
If they suspect them of drinking alcohol or using drugs before getting behind the wheel, law enforcement may stop motorists. Among other tactics they commonly use, the authorities may ask drivers to submit to chemical testing to determine their blood alcohol...
Good Samaritans could face criminal charges in hot car dog rescues
Every year, hundreds of pets left in hot cars in the United States die. While New Jersey law makes it illegal to leave a pet locked in a hot vehicle, it does not provide immunity to people who cause property damage while attempting to rescue a pet. What are the...