All it takes is a simple misunderstanding about your rights or a momentary panic that causes a lapse and judgment, and an ordinary traffic stop could turn into a felony charge. Under N.J.S.A. 2C:29-2, driving away from the police can lead to charges of resisting an...
If you are a parent of a college student, you certainly may be concerned that they could get involved in criminal activity. You know that one mistake could lead to an arrest, they could be expelled from school, and this could derail all their plans – everything that...
Preparing for a residential real estate closing is an exciting time for new homebuyers, marking the final step in the journey of purchasing a home. This process involves a series of important tasks and checks to better ensure that everything is in order before the...
Police officers need to have reasonable suspicion to stop a car. They are not supposed to make random traffic stops and then look for something the driver was doing wrong after the fact. For instance, an officer couldn’t just pull over every car that comes down a...
If a police officer asks you for consent to come into your house and perform a search, and you give them that consent, then they’re allowed to do so. Often, when the police want to talk to someone, they’ll ask if they can come inside, rather than talking on the front...
If you’re with someone when they appear to suffer a drug overdose, it can be an extremely frightening experience. Unfortunately, some people are so fearful that if they call 911, police will show up and start arresting those at the scene for the drugs in their...
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...
One option for opening a business is to start a franchise. Part of opening a franchise is entering into a franchise contract. If you’re in this position, you have to ensure that you’re working with the franchise that will help you meet your business goals. There are...
A lot of things could go wrong when buying a house. While you could spot most of them given sufficient time, the pressure of the market often means you have to act fast to secure the property you want. This is where contingency clauses can help. They allow you to put...
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...