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STATE v. HENDRICKS — NEW JERSEY MURDER TRIAL — "NOT GUILTY" VERDICT

Criminal Lawyer, John Tumelty represented Helena Hendricks, who was charged with first degree murder in Atlantic County Superior Court. The defendant faced a number of additional charges, including armed robbery, conspiracy and possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose. At the conclusion of a jury trial that lasted three weeks, the defendant was found "not guilty" of all charges.

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Collateral Damage: Why a Minor Shore Town Disorderly Persons Charge Can Derail a Nursing or Teaching Career

For many people, a weekend in Atlantic City or a night out in Wildwood is a chance to unwind. But for a licensed professional, a single moment of poor judgment or a misunderstanding with local law enforcement can lead to a legal nightmare that lasts far longer than a court date. If you are a […]

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From Debt to Felony: Why Unpaid Casino Markers in Atlantic City are Treated as Criminal Crimes

When you visit Atlantic City, the environment is designed to be seamless and exhilarating. Between the bright lights of the boardwalk and the high-stakes energy of the gaming floors, it is easy to lose track of the technicalities of the law. One of the most common ways visitors find themselves in deep legal trouble is […]

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Accused of Domestic Violence in New Jersey? What Happens After Police Make an Arrest

If you have been arrested for domestic violence in New Jersey, your freedom, your reputation, and your family’s future are at immediate risk. I’m John W. Tumelty, former Atlantic County Prosecutor and Certified Criminal Trial Attorney at the Law Offices of John W. Tumelty. With offices in Atlantic City and Marmora, I defend individuals facing […]

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Can You Be Arrested for DUI Without Failing a Breathalyzer? Yes, Here’s How

When most people imagine a DUI arrest, they picture flashing lights, a police officer holding a breathalyzer, and a number on a screen that seems to seal their fate. That’s the image we see on TV and in the news, but the truth is often very different. You can be arrested for driving under the […]

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Arrested for Drug Possession at the Jersey Shore? What You Do Next Matters

Arrested for drug possession at the Jersey Shore? Worried if you’ll go to jail or what to do next? You’re not alone. Getting arrested for drug possession while enjoying time at the Jersey Shore, whether in Atlantic City, Wildwood, or on the boardwalk, can feel overwhelming. One moment you’re on vacation or a night out […]

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