Having a prescription drug without a lawful prescription can get you in serious trouble in New Jersey. There are even more serious penalties for drug distribution crimes. If you were arrested for drug possession for prescription drugs, you may be facing the...
TaiChin Preyor faced capital punishment in Texas for a 2004 murder charge. On July 27th, the execution was carried-out, despite Preyor’s claims that his attorneys were incompetent. This raises the question of what legal incompetence looks like, and what warning signs...
In an effort to stop prostitution, most police departments and prosecutors focus their efforts on arresting and prosecuting the “johns” who hire prostitutes. While they may arrest and try prostitutes, too, many efforts to stop the sex trade treat sex workers (male and...
For many, shoplifting is their first crime. Sometimes, the temptation to take a “five finger discount” overcomes better judgment and leads us to steal. Shop owners and store security may let you off with a warning. However, many teens and adults alike are arrested for...
The common names of different theft crimes don’t always line up with the technical, legal names. When someone steals, people might call it theft, robbery, shoplifting, or burglary, but many people who are not police officers or lawyers might not know the difference....
New Jersey beaches see hundreds of thousands of visitors every summer. One of the most iconic elements of going to the beach at the Jersey Shore is climbing over the dunes, cresting the hill, and seeing the ocean sparkle ahead of you. Especially since Hurricane Sandy...
The Jersey Shore sees millions of visitors every summer. Many are from out of state or other parts of the state, and may not be familiar with New Jersey laws or the local ordinances each town has. For the most part, it is against the law to drink on New Jersey’s...
Being the subject of a police report is extremely difficult. It can affect your reputation in the community, your education and work opportunities, and your personal relationships. This is even worse if the police report is completely false. Filing a false police...
Many New Jersey drivers fear the possibility of having a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge on their record. But what about the millions of Pennsylvanians, New Yorkers, Marylanders, Delawareans, and other visitors that come the Jersey Shore and Atlantic City every...
Probation is an alternative punishment that keeps you out of jail. As long as you follow all the terms of your probation, including checking in with your probation officer and staying free from other crime, you can stay out of jail. If you fail the terms of your...
Stalking is a serious offense, and requires relatively serious conduct to become illegal. In the eyes of the law, there is usually little difference between “cybercrime” and traditional crime. In many contexts, the laws governing traditional crime have been adapted or...
Gambling in New Jersey is illegal until you turn 21. The government does this as a way of protecting minors from something that is considered by some to be dangerous or addicting. This is the same age as the legal drinking age, which often goes hand-in-hand with...
The terms “assault” and “battery” have a particular historical meaning. This is usually complicated by common misunderstandings and differing terminology. In New Jersey, “assault” can refer to the crime of assault, which has multiple levels and various punishments. If...
Many trips to Atlantic City involve heavy gambling – and heavy drinking. Many of the casinos offer free drinks to gamblers, and many of the casinos are so closely accessible to areas with foot traffic (like the boardwalk). Even if you are still in the casino, you are...
Drunk driving law is a broad field that clearly has so much in common with criminal cases, but is still distinctly different in some ways. Since driving under the influence (DWI) is not technically listed as a “crime” under the New Jersey Code of Criminal Justice,...
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in New Jersey. Many states split their crimes into “misdemeanors” and “felonies” by seriousness. In New Jersey, this is a little more complicated – and so is DWI. If you have...
In New Jersey, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is one of the most serious traffic offenses. Many states call this “driving under the influence” (DUI), and classify it as a crime. Expungement is the process of removing a crime from your criminal record. This is...
Are DWI Penalties Different on Highways in Atlantic City? If you frequently use the highways in the Atlantic City area, or you are an out-of-town visitor to Atlantic City, it is important to understand the laws and penalties associated with driving under the influence...
New Jersey’s laws against driving while intoxicated (DWI) – also called driving under the influence (DUI) in other states – have specific punishments for underage drinkers. “Underage” for DWI laws means those under 21. This offense can come with license suspensions,...
Drivers’ license suspensions are required for violating New Jersey drunk driving laws, and for other offenses. For accumulating enough points from New Jersey traffic tickets, like speeding or running a red light, you can also face license suspensions. When your...
People are often driven to crime after tough circumstances put them behind on rent, child support, car payments, and other financial obligations. Many store and restaurant workers see their job as a perfect target for theft. These workers think that if a little money...
A child pornography case from 2009 recently gained the Internet’s intrigue due to its unusual circumstances. In the case, a Massachusetts man was charged with child pornography crimes after a virus infected his computer and downloaded large quantities of child...
When you are charged with a crime, it can sound serious – but in many cases, you will not be convicted of that crime. Ultimately, there may be plenty of reasons prosecutors will reduce or drop charges. Being charged with a crime just means that the police think you...
Taser, the company that makes the less-than-lethal Taser weapon, has recently changed its name to “Axon,” and is offering a very interesting proposal for police around the country. In recent years, especially with difficulty holding police accountable for their...
Probation and parole are two different things in criminal law, but they have many similarities. For this reason, people are often confused about which they are on and which they are eligible for. Simply put, probation is a punishment used instead of jail time, and...
Tuesday, April 18 is Tax Day for 2017. This is the last day (without an extension) to file your 2016 taxes. As a warning of what happens when you fail to file, or intentionally evade taxes, we will look at the recent charges against “The Jersey Shore” star, Mike...
Dozens of people every year get arrested for crimes because they either brag about the crime or post evidence of it on social media. If you are arrested for a crime in New Jersey because of evidence you posted to social media, you should talk to an attorney. The Law...
New Jersey has over 30 “dry towns,” but many people, especially out-of-town guests visiting the shore, might not understand what that means. First, just because a town is “dry” does not mean you cannot drink there. A dry town just means that the town does not allow...
The world we live in today has people constantly on high alert for dangers, especially in our schools. When students issue false alarms, the law cracks down on them. Recently, in Galloway Township, right outside Atlantic City, three students were arrested on charges...
Unfortunately for many out of town guests to the Jersey Shore, any legal issues you face at the beach must be dealt with where they happened. That means that any cases from the Jersey Shore will end up at the courthouse in that jurisdiction, and you will need a New...
