How Long Does It Take For A Case to Get Expunged?
In 2016, Governor Chris Christie signed a law that provides additional opportunities for individuals to clear their names in an overhaul of New Jersey’s expungement system. The new legislation cuts the expungement waiting period by 50 percent and makes some graduates of drug court eligible to have records sealed. Expungement helps people who’ve served time […]
Top 4 Reasons to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney
There are many reasons why you should hire a criminal defense attorney if you’re accused of a crime or if you’re the subject of an investigation that may lead to criminal charges. The sooner you engage an experienced criminal defense attorney, the better. Here are at least four reasons you should hire a criminal defense […]
Should You Go to Trial?
Although every defendant in the United States has the right to his or her day in court, there are cases in which it might be in your best interests to enter a plea agreement. One of the greatest benefits of engaging an experienced criminal defense attorney is that he or she will help you navigate […]
Different Types of New Jersey Drug Charges
Although a bill to legalize marijuana in New Jersey is on the table, it’s still against the law to possess marijuana and other drugs in New Jersey. Drug laws are essentially separated into two sections: possession and manufacture-distribution-or intent to distribute laws. New Jersey penalties associated with possession of drugs (controlled substances) vary according to […]
Does Your Attorney Need to Know If You’re Guilty?
Any defendant in the United States is innocent until he or she is proven guilty. Guilt is determined if the defendant admits to committing a crime or when a judge or jury determines guilt. Let’s consider a recent case. A 23-year-old Elizabeth man entered a guilty plea to the shooting of a 17-year-old teenager in […]
