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Category: Assault Offenses
- Arrested for Assault at an Atlantic City Casino or Nightclub? Why You Need a Local Defense Attorney
- Caught in a Casino Fight? What You Need to Know About Assault Charges in Atlantic City
- Woman Allegedly Assaults North Wildwood Cops
- Atlantic City Police Use Taser on Naked Man
- Police Arrest Two Men Accused of Violent Attack in Mullica NJ Driveway
- Police Arrest Atlantic City Teen Accused of Shooting at Jitney Bus
- Egg Harbor Township Men Allegedly Attacked, Violently Robbed Acquaintance
- Police Arrest Man Suspected of Shooting Person on Atlantic City Street
- Atlantic City Police Search for Suspect in Two Shootings
- Boy on Dirt Bike Shot While Riding in Atlantic City, NJ
- Atlantic City NJ Nurse Suspended, Accused of Assaulting Autistic Boy with Hypodermic Needle
- When Is Self Defense Justified in New Jersey?
- When the Tables Turn and It’s Your Word against Theirs
- What is the Difference between Assault and Battery in Atlantic City, NJ?
- Is Self-Defense a Justifiable Response to Criminal Charges in New Jersey?
- The Strange and Colorful World of Assault
- Brawl in Hammonton, NJ Could Mean Jail Time for Offenders
Category: Bail Hearings
- What is Bail & How Does it Work in New Jersey?
- Can I Get Out of Jail after Arrest by Using Bail?
- NJ Bail Reform Law Called “Historic,” Gives Prosecutors Flexibility in Criminal Cases
Category: Blog
- License Suspension in New Jersey: Understanding Your Rights After a DUI Conviction
- Top DWI/DUI Myths in New Jersey
- 3 Things to Know About Disorderly Conduct in Atlantic City
- NJ DUI Penalties for First, Second, & Third Offenses
- The Top 3 Questions To Help Beat DWI Charges
- Different Types of Business Fraud
- Home-Based Gun Shops in New Jersey
- Can Sexting Get You in Trouble with the Feds?
- Drugged Driving vs. Drunk Driving
- When Does Drug Possession Become Intent to Sell?
- I Lost My Driver’s License and I Wasn’t Even Driving!
- How To Get Body Cam Footage From Police
- Tracking Crime Guns in New Jersey: Where Are They Coming From?
- Can I Legally Record the Police?
- AC High School Senior Jacy Craig Wins 2015 Academic Achiever College Scholarship
- Announcing Our 3 Scholarship Finalists
Category: Casino Crimes
- 7 Casino Crimes to Avoid in Atlantic City
- What is Disorderly Conduct in NJ?
- 5 Penalties People Face When Charged With Underage Gambling
- Cheating in Casinos Can Result in Criminal Charges
- Is It Legal to Fill out a March Madness Bracket in New Jersey?
- NJ Tries to Get Federal Court to Approve Legalized Sports Betting
- Underage Gambling in Atlantic City is a Bad Bet
- Alleged Atlantic City Poker Cheat Indicted
- Zero Tolerance for Criminal Trespassing in Atlantic City Casinos
- Atlantic City Online Casinos Hacked
- Facing Charges for a Casino Crime? Talk to an Experienced Lawyer Now
- What Will it Take for Atlantic City to Bounce Back?
- Protect Yourself; Don’t Leave Safety to Chance in Atlantic City, NJ
- NJ Casino Cheater Slammed with 17 Year Prison Sentence
- Poll Finds That Majority of Americans Oppose Online Gambling, Split Over Legalized Marijuana
- Man Convicted of Cheating at Craps, Swindling Atlantic City NJ Casino
Category: Child Abuse
- NJ Child Abuse Laws and Punishments
- How Someone Can Get Charged with a Child Neglect Crime
- Neglecting a Child Can Result in Child Abuse Charges
- Oregon Law Protects Alleged Child Abuser against Criminal Charges
Category: Community Involvement
- Congratulations To Evan Forrest Schmeizer Second Annual Scholarship Winner
Category: Criminal Defense
- Open Container Charges in Wildwood and Atlantic City: Drinking on the Beach Can Get You Arrested
- But It Was Self Defense! [3 Situations When Self-defense May be Warranted in New Jersey]
- How Our Criminal Defense Attorney in NJ Can Help You
- 3 Reasons To Request an Attorney if You Get Arrested
- What Happens If I Accidentally Commit A Crime?
- NJ Laws and Penalties for Fake IDs
- Tips for Appealing A Conviction
- Charged with a Crime in NJ? Learn about the Punishment You May Face
- Is Leaving Your Child in Your Car for a Few Minutes Child Abuse?
- DNA Tests – The Perfect Gift for Innocent Criminals
- Finding The Right Criminal Defense Attorney
- What Is Perjury?
- Dropping Criminal Charges
- What Is a Deposition?
- How to Interview a Criminal Attorney for Your Case
- What Does a Criminal Lawyer Do?
- Life After a Felony Conviction
- Felony Basics
- Painting a More Accurate Picture of U.S. Crime
- What You Need to Know About Open Container Laws in New Jersey
- Supplying Alcohol to Minors in New Jersey: What You Need to Know
- Failure to Stop and Give Information: Basics of Hit and Run Laws
- Can It Be Statutory Rape If It Involves a Person of The Same Sex?
- Crimes That Could Lead to Deportation for an Immigrant
- Public Intoxication and Disorderly Conduct Charges: What You Need to Know
- I’m Facing Criminal Charges. Do I Really Need a Lawyer?
- What to Do If You Are Accused of a Crime and You Know You’re Innocent
- Confession and Offers of Leniency
- How Does Illegally Obtained Evidence Affect Your Criminal Defense Case?
- Basics of Probable Cause
- Smartphone Searches: Do the Police Require a Warrant?
- Defining New Jersey’s Stance on Hate Crimes
- Search and Seizure Law Basics
- Are You Really Innocent Until Proven Guilty?
- Your Guide to New Jersey Sexual Assault Laws
- Rights for Inmates
- When You’re Wrongfully Accused of a Crime
- Should You Take a Plea Deal?
- The Difference Between Jail and Prison
- What You Need to Know About Recorded Phone Calls in Jail
- Learn More About Early Termination of Probation
- 15 Surprising Ways You Could Be Charged with Criminal Possession
- Can You Withdraw a Plea?
- Criminal Statutes of Limitations in New Jersey
- How is a Sentence Determined?
- What is Cross-Examination?
- Top 4 Reasons to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney
- Should You Go to Trial?
- Does Your Attorney Need to Know If You’re Guilty?
- Learn More About Cyberbullying
- Questions You Should Always Ask Before Hiring an Attorney
- 4 Steps to Take If You Are Ever Arrested
- What to Do If You Get Pulled Over
- Auto Accidents That Result in Fatalities
- What is a Bench Warrant?
- How Social Media Can Potentially Hurt Your Case
- What Happens if You Aren’t Read Your Rights When Arrested?
- 5 Tips for Selecting a Criminal Defense Attorney
- What Happens If You’re Being Wrongfully Accused of a Crime?
- Insanity Defense Overview
- Becoming Eligible for Parole
- How Forensic Scientists Investigate a Crime Scene
- Is It Better to Settle a Criminal Case or Go to Trial?
- Driving with a Suspended or Revoked License
- 4 Common Alternatives to Jail
- 7 Bizarre NJ Laws That You Probably Didn’t Know About
- How Background Checks Can Affect Your Job Search
- What to Expect If You’re on Probation
- The Best Times to Exercise Your Right to a Speedy Trial
- NJ Police Departments Will Receive Funding for Police Body Cameras
- Federal Court Says It Is Illegal to Share Passwords to Online Services like Netflix, HBO Go
- Parents of Child Killed by Alligator at Disney World Will Not Face Criminal Charges
- Mom of “Affluenza” Teen Faces Serious Criminal Charges
- NJ Couple Reportedly Hoarded 276 Dogs, Could Face Criminal Charges
- Federal Government Moving Away from Using Terms “Convict” and “Felon”
- US Justice Department Promotes Rehabilitation, Societal Re-Entry for Convicted Criminals
- Unsolved Crimes Plague New Jersey Towns
- Criminal Defense Lawyer John Tumelty Gets Texting/Death-by-Auto Case Tossed in Cape May County
- NJ Supreme Court Decision Broadens Police Authority to Conduct Warrantless Vehicle Searches
- Road Rage is Far More than Bad Judgment; It’s Illegal in NJ
- Questionable Crime Statistics in Atlantic City, NJ
- Self-Defense Is Not Always Self Explanatory
- In This Vineland Case, Crime Really Didn’t Pay
- Is It Time for a Closer Look at New Jersey’s Gun Laws?
- Avoiding Probation Violation Charges in New Jersey
- Why Choose a Former Prosecutor to Handle Your Criminal Defense?
- Is It Against the Law to Run from the Police?
- Want a Better Plea Deal? Hire a Qualified Criminal Defense Lawyer
- Once, Twice, Three Times, You’re In – Jail that is
- Three Sides to a Story: Cops, Defendant and What Really Happened
- Some Legislators Vow to Fight Legalization of Recreational Pot in NJ
- Do You Live in One of New Jersey’s “Most Dangerous Towns?”
- When You Have the Right to Remain Silent, Do It
- New Jersey Permits the Criminal Defense Of Necessity
- What You Need to Know about New Jersey Statutes of Limitations
- NJ Crime Index is Lower than the National Average – No Thanks to Atlantic City
- Voters Give Thumbs Up to Bail Reform: NJ Judges Allowed to Deny Pre-Trial Release
- Are You Eligible for NJ Pretrial Release?
- NJ to Enhance Penalties for Gang Solicitation on School Property
- Videos Taken by Police Car-Mounted Cameras are Public Records
- Casino Closings Impact Nearby Towns: More Bad News is in the Cards
- Seat Belt Offense Goes from Low-Cost Ticket to Jail Sentence?
- Atlantic City Criminal Defense Lawyer Will Take on Unreliable Eyewitnesses
- When Does it Make Sense to Accept a Plea Bargain?
- NJ Supreme Court Votes to Reduce Privacy Protection for Spouses
- Welcome To The Land Of The Not-So-Free
- Is It Illegal to Make Threats on Social Media?
- Supreme Court Upholds Privacy Rights in Requiring Warrant to Search Cell Phones
Category: Criminal Rights
- Criminal Convictions in New Jersey
- What is an Arraignment?
- Convicted Felons Might Get Right to Vote Under Proposed Law
- Who Can Provide the Police with Approval to Search Your Home?
- Criminal Cases and The Patriot Act: What You Need to Know
- Emotional Distress and Police Misconduct
- Miranda Rules When Questioning Suspects in Custody
- What You Need to Know About Your Right to Remain Silent
- Learn More About Entrapment
- Personal Property That Can Be Searched Once a Warrant is Issued
- Is It Illegal to Film Police Officers?
- Different Options Available for Posting Bail
- You Have the Right to Remain Silent – Even If They Don’t Tell You So
- Can New Jersey Police Legally Search Passengers in a Car?
- When to Accept Immunity in Exchange for Testimony
- Should You Accept a Plea Deal in New Jersey?
- Evidence Admissibility Laws May Change the Way Conspiring Spouses Converse in the Near Future
- Police Brutality In The News: Lessons To Be Learned
- Atlantic City Cops Use Body Cameras to Record Traffic Stop Activities
Category: Cyber Crime
- Cyberbullying Laws in New Jersey
- 4 Different Types of Computer Crimes
- VTech Data Breach: Is Your Kid at Risk?
- Getting Charged with a Cybercrime is Far More Common than You Might Think
- Put Away Your Claws; Revenge Porn is Illegal in New Jersey
- Computer Crimes in New Jersey Lead to Time in Prison
- Child Sexting in Atlantic City or Anywhere Else is a Crime. Period.
- Life In The Age Of Surveillance
Category: Disorderly Conduct in a Casino
- Arrested After a Bar Fight or Casino Altercation in NJ? Why Prosecutors Take These Charges Seriously
Category: Diversion Programs
- Avoiding a Criminal Record After Charges Are Filed
Category: Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence and Domestic Abuse
- How to Deal with Criminal Protective Orders in Domestic Violence Cases
- What Is Domestic Assault?
- February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
- Domestic Violence Charges Possible against NFL Hall of Famer Warren Sapp
- Facing Domestic Violence Charges in Atlantic City? Don’t Get Caught off Guard
- Ray Rice’s Pre-Trial Intervention Draws Criticism
Category: Drug Charges
- 6 Types of Drug Crimes in NJ
- 9 Consequences Of Weed Possession In New Jersey
- Juvenile Drug Possession in New Jersey
- Medical Marijuana to Expand in NJ
- Felony Drug Possession Charges in New Jersey
- New Jersey’s Rules on Distribution of Narcotics
- Connecting Drug Crimes and America’s Drug Epidemic
- Different Types of New Jersey Drug Charges
- Learn More About Drug Conspiracy Charges
- 4 Times When You Might Need to Take a Drug Test
- DEA Classifies “Pink” as a Schedule I Narcotic
- Hamilton NJ Police Arrest Mays Landing Man Who Allegedly Had Backpack Full of Illegal Drugs
- NJ Law Enforcement Trying to Stop Spread of Fentanyl Knock-Offs
- Prince May Have Been Using Counterfeit Prescription Drugs When He Fatally Overdosed
- Heroin Overdose Deaths on the Rise in New Jersey
- Heroin Addiction and Abuse Leads to Rise in Number of “Heroin Babies” Born in New Jersey
- NJ Legislature to Consider Bill to Require Anti-Overdose Drug Narcan in High Schools
- Study Finds That Use of Prescription Painkillers Can Lead to Intensified Chronic Pain
- Fentanyl Overdose Deaths in NJ on the Rise
- Implant Device Can Now Be Used to Combat Prescription Drug Abuse
- US Congress Looks to Tackle Prescription Painkiller Epidemic, Pass Legislation
- Legendary Musician Prince Dies, Reportedly Found with Prescription Painkillers
- Medical Marijuana as an Alternative Treatment for Chronic Pain Sufferers
- Doctors Asked Not to Test Patients for Marijuana When Prescribing Painkillers
- NJ Supreme Court Upholds Drug Conviction, Says Roving Wiretaps Okay
- Fentanyl Contributing to Prescription Drug Epidemic, Causing Fatal Overdoses
- People Convicted of Drug Offenses May Sue after NJ State Police Lab Tech Fired for Fabricating Evidence in Drug Cases
- NJ Lawmakers Weigh Proposal to Require Doctors to Use Prescription Drug Monitoring System
- U.S. May Call for Criminal Justice Reform, Drug Decriminalization on International Level
- NJ Lab Tech Faked Marijuana Evidence, Now Prosecutors Reviewing Thousands of Drug Cases
- Finance Experts Say That Legalized Marijuana Could Provide Major Boost to Economy
- Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder Talks about Legalization of Marijuana
- NJ Lawmakers Look to Effects of Marijuana Legalization in Washington
- NJ Community Staring Down Major Heroin Problem
- Marijuana Use Could Lead to Hostile Behavior, Increased Aggression
- Adderall Abuse on the Rise among U.S. Teenagers
- Health Officials Alarmed by Shocking Number of Painkiller Overdose Deaths
- Heroin Use on the Rise Among College Students in the U.S.
- Chris Christie Issues Pardon for Man Convicted of Atlantic City Robbery
- Synthetic Marijuana May Not Be Authentic Pot — But the Penalties for Possession are Very Real
- Marijuana Possession May Be All Fun and Games – Until You Get Caught
- Chris Christie Proposes Significant Changes to the Criminal Justice System
- Retired Toms River Science Teacher Facing Serious Prescription Drug Charges
- Absecon Celeb Doctor’s Arrest Shines New Light on AC’s Drug Culture
- Don’t Do Time; Get Help: Determining Eligibility for New Jersey’s Drug Court Program
- Hey, Those Drugs Aren’t Mine!
- Facing Drug Distribution Charges in New Jersey? Don’t Go It Alone
- The “Strict Liability Charge” You Never Heard About
- What To Do When You Get Pulled Over with Drugs in Your Car
- Bath Salts & Other Synthetic Drugs are Illegal – Like Pot, Coke & Heroin
- Dealing Drugs Could Get You Locked Up for Manslaughter
Category: DUI
- Pulled Over After a Night in Atlantic City? What to Do If You’re Facing a Serious DUI Charge
- Facing a Second DUI in New Jersey? Here’s What You Need to Know
- Can You Refuse a Breathalyzer in New Jersey? Understanding Implied Consent Laws
- What Happens if You Get a DUI on a Boat
- Top DWI/DUI Myths
- What Steps Can I Expect In My DUI/DWI Case?
- Open Container Laws in New Jersey
- Detecting High Drivers
- Jersey Shore: DUI Rates
- Can I Get a DUI for Sleeping Drunk in my Car?
- How Long Will a DUI/DWI Stay on my Record and Count as a Prior Conviction?
- Should You Plead Guilty to a DUI?
- Obtaining a “Hardship” Permit to Drive While on a Suspended License
- Temporary Tattoos Reveal Alcohol Level
- Aggravated DUI Explained
- Court Says Warrants Not Always Needed to Get Blood in DUIs
- Driving Under the Influence of Drugs in NJ
- I Wasn’t Driving a Car: Could I Still Be Facing DUI Allegations?
- Sobriety Tests and Your Eligibility to Challenge Them
- Can Mental Issues Lead to DUI/DWI?
- Drunk Driving On An ATV
- What Happens If You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in New Jersey?
- 5 Ways You Could Be Charged with a DUI
- What to Expect If You’re Asked to Take a Sobriety Test
- Can You Refuse a Breath Test During a DWI Stop in NJ?
- Can I Get A DUI Expunged From My Driving Record in NJ?
- A New Jersey DUI Conviction Will Cost You Big – In More Ways than One
Category: DWI
- Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in New Jersey?
- DWI Laws in NJ
- Your First DWI: What to Expect
- The Different Ways a DWI Can Affect Your Life
- NJ Court Upholds Police Warnings before DWI Breath Tests
- A New Jersey DUI Conviction is Costly in More Ways than One
- Multiple DWIs in New Jersey Can Change Your Life
- Truck Drivers Stand to Lose Plenty if Convicted of Drunk Driving in NJ
- Part 2: Aggressive Defense Lawyer Fights New Jersey DWI/DUI Charges
- Part 1: Stopped for DWI in New Jersey? All Hope Is Not Lost
- ‘Tis the Season for Watercraft Accidents
- DUI Doesn’t Have to Mean DOA
- Facing DUI Charges in New Jersey? Why it’s Worth Calling a Lawyer
- New Jersey Police Must Obtain Warrants Before Drawing Blood in DWI Cases
- Top Three Most Common Reasons for Driver’s License Suspension in New Jersey
- Mandatory Jail Time for Driving with a Suspended License Following Multiple DWI Convictions in New Jersey
- How Many Drinks is Too Many to Drive?
- Cost of a Cab Much More Affordable Than A DUI
Category: Expungement
- Creating an Easier Path for Ex-Offenders to Make a Fresh Start
- What You Need to Know About Conviction Expungements in New Jersey
- The Process For Expunging a Criminal Record In NJ
- How Long Does It Take For A Case to Get Expunged?
- New Jersey Supreme Court Limits Expungement Guidelines
- When Your Past Comes Back to Haunt You
- Expungements in NJ: A Chance to Put Your Past Behind You & Move On
- What “Ban the Box” Means for New Jersey
Category: Federal Crimes
- Alleged Crime Boss with Ties to Atlantic City NJ Indicted for Racketeering
Category: Fraud Offenses
- What is Federal Mail Fraud?
- Hot Check Laws and How They Work
- Consequences for Embezzlement
- What is Foreclosure Fraud?
- Court Says NJ Gaming Officials Acted Properly in Aftermath of Atlantic City Poker Tournament Hit by Fraud
- “Dance Moms” Star Abby Lee Miller Discussing Plea Deal in Bankruptcy Fraud Case
- New Jersey Businesses Allegedly Commit Insurance Fraud
Category: Gun Crimes
- Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Tests Public on Difference between Real Gun and Imitation Firearm
- Poll Shows That Majority of Americans Want Tougher Gun Laws Enacted by Congress
- Are Tighter Restrictions on Gun Ownership Needed in New Jersey?
- Federal Court Upholds Law Limiting Right to Carry Concealed Firearms
- Hawaii Joins Forces with FBI to Monitor Gun Owners for Criminal Records
- Obama Administration Wants to Reduce Gun Violence, Investigates “Smart Guns”
- NJ Governor Christie Signs Executive Order, Clarifies NJ Gun Carry Permit Process
- Rise of Gun Ownership in U.S. Has Led to More Calls for Strong Gun Control Laws
- Study Says Federal Laws Requiring Universal Background Checks Could Reduce Gun Violence
- Pennsylvania Corrections Officer Faces Gun Charges in South Jersey
- Firearm Background Checks, Gun Sales Going Up in the U.S.
- Obama Looks to Pass Executive Action on Gun Control
Category: Homicide
- Is Murder Different From Homicide?
- Atlantic City Police Look for Clues in Fatal Shooting of Man from Camden County, NJ
- Ventnor NJ Woman Charged with Aggravated Manslaughter in Death of Infant Daughter
- Man Accused of Fatal Shooting at Atlantic City Outlet Mall, Charged with Murder
- Son of Former “Real Housewives” Star Faces Attempted Murder Charges
- Could Talking Parrot Identify Killer in Michigan Murder Case?
- “The Shield” Actor Convicted of Murdering Wife
- Florida Woman Convicted of Murdering Her Child, Dumping Body in NJ Swamp
- Facing a Murder Charge? Your Freedom is at Stake
- The Job of a Grand Jury: How the Indictment Process Works
- Ferguson Case: Public Opinion is Not Evidence
- All is Not Lost; There Are Defenses to Heat of Passion Crimes
- Cumberland County NJ Marks First Month with No Homicides in 2014
- When Do the US Marshals Get Involved?
- Prosecutors Fight Releasing Info on Informants in Murder Case
- Atlantic City, NJ Police Track Down, Arrest Suspect in Shooting Death
Category: Juvenile Defense
- Juveniles Tried As Adults
- What You Need to Know about Juvenile Court in NJ
- NJ Gaming Regulators Seize Unclaimed Jackpots Won by Underage Gamblers in Atlantic City
- This Halloween, Forego the Mischief — Focus on the Fun
- My Kid Was Charged with Cyberbullying; Do We Need a Lawyer?
- Gambling in Atlantic City? Leave the Kids at Home
- Lawmakers Move to Change Juvenile Justice System with More Child-Friendly Reforms
- Cops in Shops Returning To Jersey Shore for Second Year
Category: Plea Bargain
- Plea Bargains: What You Need to Know
Category: Police Brutality
- Excessive Force and Arrest – Can You Resist an Officer?
- Police Brutality Exposed: NJ Dashcam Shows Deadly Encounter with Police
Category: Pre-Trial Intervention
- Diversion Programs in NJ for First-Time Offenders
Category: Property Offenses
- Can You Be Arrested for Trespassing If the Property Is Abandoned?
- Asbury Park NJ Man Arrested, Accused of Committing Burglary Spree in Ocean, Monmouth Counties
- More than 60 NJ Students Avoid Criminal Charges in Vandalism Case
Category: Restraining Orders
- NJ Judge Denies Restraining Order for Plaintiff Who Instigated Domestic Violence
Category: Self Defense
- Imperfect Self-Defense in New Jersey
- Guns and Self Defense in NJ
Category: Sex Crimes
- Sex Offender Tiers in New Jersey
- Is Sexting Against the Law?
- The Difference Between Rape and Statutory Rape
- Date Rape in New Jersey
- Determining Dangerous Sex Offenders in NJ
- Is Sexting Illegal for Adults in New Jersey?
- 4 Surprising Ways Someone Could Become Classified as a Sexual Predator
- Criminal Penalties That Can Result from Lewdness
- What is Online Solicitation of a Minor?
- “Celebgate” Hacker Goes to Prison for Hacking Celebrity Photos
- Bill Cosby Sexual Assault Case Headed to Trial in Pennsylvania Court
- School Violence Down in the United States, but Still Remains a Problem
- Man Who Hacked Nude Photos in “Celebgate” Scandal Likely to Receive Prison Sentence
- Some NJ Sex Offenders Avoiding Registration Requirements by Moving to Other States
- Bill Cosby Faces Criminal Charges for Rape in Pennsylvania
- Most Sex Offenders No Longer Face Housing Ban in California
- Cosby Rape Allegations in Atlantic City
- Accused of a Sex Crime? Fight Back with the Right Lawyer by Your Side
- Aggravated Sexual Assault: What Does This Charge Really Mean in New Jersey?
- Proven or Not, Sexual Assault Allegations Can Ruin One’s Reputation
- Women & Men Experience Sexual Harassment Wherever They Work
- Tuckerton Man Sentenced to More than 18 Years in Jail for Child Porn Conspiracy
Category: Theft Offenses
- The Differences Between Robbery and Burglary
- Grand Theft Laws in New Jersey
- Burglary Penalties in New Jersey
- Different Degrees of Robbery
- Can Shoplifting Be a Felony?
- The Differences Between Burglary, Theft, and Robbery
- 5 Ways Retailers Are Becoming Savvy When It Comes to Catching Shoplifters
- Man Claiming to Be Missionary Scams Absecon NJ Woman Out of $5,000
- Hamilton Township NJ Police Search for Suspect in Robbery of Mays Landing Bank of America
- Grand Jury Indicts Man Accused of Robbing Banks in Cumberland County
- Police Look for Suspects in Purse Snatching at Caesars Casino in Atlantic City, NJ
- Newark NJ Man Gets 30 Years in Prison for Armed Robberies in Atlantic City
- Atlantic County NJ Man Who Committed Armed Robbery of Pizza Delivery Guy Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
- FBI Provides Info on Daring Gold Heist Committed Last Year
- Ocean City, NJ Police Announce Zero Tolerance for Shoplifting
- A Quick Guide to New Jersey’s Burglary Laws
- Getting Your Kid to Help You Shoplift is Wrong on Many Counts
- NJ Woman Gets Four Years in Prison for Defrauding State
Category: Threat Crimes
- Atlantic City NJ Man Involved in Standoff with Police at Golden Nugget Casino
- New Jersey Teen Accused of Threatening Violence at High School
Category: traffic violations
- 4 Steps to Restore Your Suspended Driver’s License in New Jersey
- Is Street Racing Illegal?
- How to Avoid Getting Pulled Over
- 5 Surprising Types of New Jersey Traffic Violations
- Examples of Reckless Driving That Can Result in Criminal Charges
- New Jersey Lawmakers Propose Law That Would Fine “Distracted Pedestrians”
- Fetty Wap Faces Serious Traffic Charges after Motorcycle Crash
- Beyond Drugs and Bullying…
- Wrong Place, Wrong Time – That’s When Warrants Come Home to Roost
- Issuance of Safety-Related Traffic Tickets on the Rise in NJ
- Getting on with Your Life: Why You Need an Attorney for Traffic Violations
- Traffic Ticket with Points? Don’t Just Blow it Off and Pay the Fine
Category: Trial
- Suborning Perjury in New Jersey
- When Can a Mistrial Occur?
- Understanding the Jury Selection Process
Category: Uncategorized
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Category: Violent Crimes
- Arson Laws and Punishment in New Jersey
- FBI to be Made Aware of School Violence Threats
- The Different Degrees of Murder
- An Introduction to the No Early Release Act (NERA)
- What Type of Self-Defense Is Legal in a Home Invasion?
- Violent Crime on the Rise in the US, Remains Concern for NJ Law Enforcement
Category: Weapons Offenses
- When Is It Illegal to Fire a Gun?
- Can a Dog Be a Weapon?
- What is Unlawful Disposition of a Firearm?
- Atlantic City Crisis Negotiator Gets Robbery Suspect to Surrender
- California Shooting is Yet Another Reminder of Rampant Gun Violence in the US
- New Jersey Violence Commission Suggests No Law Changes, Despite Rash of Gun Violence Across the US
- Movie Theatre Shooting is a Reminder: NJ’s Gun Laws are Strictest in the Nation
- Shaneen Allen Pardoned; Case Brings NJ’s Strict Gun Laws into Focus
- Philly Gun-Toting Mom is Spared Jail Time in Atlantic County, NJ
- You Can’t Buy This Toy In Atlantic City Ever Again
- It Just Got Even Harder to Bear Arms in New Jersey
- What You Should Know Before You Bring Your Gun to New Jersey
- Gun Violence, Robberies and Assaults Decrease in Atlantic City in 2014
- Unlawful Possession of Airsoft Gun is a Felony in NJ
Category: White Collar Crime
- Money Laundering in New Jersey
- 3 Examples of Business Fraud
- Little-Known Ways You Could Be Charged with Identity Theft
- Learn More About Racketeering
- What is Embezzlement?
- Prison Time for Office Manager Convicted of Writing Unauthorized Checks
- Around Here It’s Just Called “Theft”: Facing Embezzlement Charges in New Jersey
- Will New Jersey Ever Stop Being the Corruption State?
- The Company You Keep: Senator Menendez to Use “Friends” Defense in Bribery Case
- Appellate Court Fails to Overturn Cape May County’s Major White Collar Conviction
- Modern-Day Atlantic City May Be More like “Boardwalk Empire” Than We Thought
- White Collar Criminals Have Gained New Advocates

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