November 18, 2022
A resident of Medford, NJ was carjacked while waiting to put air in her tires at a local Wawa. The victim reported that she was approached by a man around 2:30 pm on October 22, 2022, who then physically removed her from her 2015 Nissan Rogue. Two other men then got into the vehicle and drove off. Video footage from…
October 3, 2022
While the person or persons who commit a crime may be charged, others who aided them but did not actively participate in the commission of the crime may also be charged under a theory of accomplice liability. What is a Principal vs. an Accomplice? In a crime, the principal is a person who commits the act or acts that satisfy…
December 10, 2021
While the holidays should be a time of celebration and gathering, law enforcement departments also know that the holidays mean increased rates of certain types of criminal activity. Do More Crimes Occur over the Holidays? Studies have found that theft and fraud-related crimes do occur more frequently during the holiday season, while other types of crime, including violent crimes, do…
May 2, 2021
Assault represents one of the most serious violent crimes under New Jersey state law. If you’ve been arrested and charged with assault in New Jersey, you may wonder what kind of sentence you could receive if you are ultimately convicted on your charges. Continue reading to find out what the average sentence for assault is in New Jersey and how…
March 9, 2021
A bill is awaiting approval in the New Jersey state Assembly, which would eliminate mandatory minimum prison sentences for various crimes. State Senate Approves Bill Eliminating Mandatory Minimums Bill S-3456 was approved by the state Senate in February without debate and advanced to an Assembly committee meeting. The bill, if passed and signed into law, would eliminate the requirement to…
February 23, 2021
On Monday, February 22, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed three bills into effect, officially decriminalizing marijuana. What does this mean though? Can you possess any amount of marijuana and not get arrested? Will your criminal record be expunged? Our criminal defense attorneys answer these questions and more below. Continue reading to learn more now that weed is legal…
January 31, 2021
Firearms are strictly controlled in New Jersey. Possessing or using a firearm unlawfully in the state can subject you to harsh criminal penalties in the event of a conviction. If you have been arrested on gun possession charges, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer to help protect your rights and interests and help you fight to avoid the most…
