Blog: Criminal Defense
- 3 consequences you face if you don’t contest a restraining order
Dec 27, 2021
Compared to criminal charges, a restraining order may not seem like as serious of an issue. It only imposes penalties if someone gets caught in violation of the order and won’t necessarily turn up in background searches. If a member of your family or household member has requested a restraining order against you, fighting back against that request is one of your rights under the law. Taking the right steps now and help you avoid...Read More - Creating a defense against drug possession in New Jersey
Oct 13, 2021
Although the nation continues relaxing its stance against possessing certain substances, you can still face trouble if you are caught with drugs. For example, it is no longer illegal to have and consume marijuana in New Jersey. However, residents must still follow the laws governing cannabis. Under state law, adults may now possess and consume up to six ounces of weed or 17 grams of hashish without suffering criminal penalties. Harder drugs like heroin, cocaine...Read More - How a domestic violence conviction can affect you long after your case ends
Sep 16, 2021
Domestic violence can be either a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the nature of the offense here in New Jersey. Many defendants make the mistake of assuming that the deprivation of rights that occurs if they are convicted of felony domestic violence won’t be the same if they’re found guilty of the misdemeanor version of this crime. That’s not the case, though. Anyone convicted of domestic violence, regardless of whether they were misdemeanor or felony...Read More - Can alcohol be a defense against domestic violence charges?
May 22, 2021
Domestic violence is one of the most common violent offenses that occurs in New Jersey. There are arguably dozens of domestic violence incidents that occur for every one that someone reports to the police. Even when the police go out to a disturbance, they often don’t arrest either party. When they do, they might aggressively charge the person they think is responsible for the situation. Some circumstances involving domestic violence have a clear imbalance of...Read More - Criminal accusations and convictions can have far-reaching implications
May 10, 2021
Many people take the saying “innocent until proven guilty” to mean that someone who’s facing criminal charges won’t have any restrictions placed upon them for a crime unless they’re found guilty of it. This is a serious misunderstanding that people often have, though. Some defendants have restrictions imposed upon them long before their case proceeds to trial. The consequences that you may face if convicted of an offense may be significantly more limiting. The limits...Read More - UNION COUNTY, NJ CRIMINAL ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client who was arrested with several other individuals and charged with multiple counts of felony drug possession. My client maintained his innocence throughout the case. The case was sent to the grand jury, which returned indictments against my client and all co-defendants. After several months of negotiations with the county prosecutor’s office, all charges against my client were dismissed. If you have been charged with Drug Possession or other criminal charges call...Read More - BLOOMFIELD, NJ CRIMINAL ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client charged with Driving While Intoxicated and other motor vehicle offenses, as well as criminal charges for Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances. The case originated at the County Superior Court as a third-degree felony charge and was downgraded to the municipal level. After several court appearances in the municipal court, and lengthy discussions with the prosecutor, all criminal charges against my client were dismissed. If you have been charged with Possession of...Read More - HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ CRIMINAL ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client charged with felony possession of cocaine and misdemeanor possession of marijuana in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. My client was arrested with several other individuals, all of whom received similar charges. After reviewing all discovery and negotiating with the prosecutor and counsel for other defendants involved in the case, I obtained a complete dismissal of all charges for my client. If you have been charged with Drug Possession or other criminal charges...Read More - Know the law: Can I refuse a breathalyzer test?
Mar 13, 2017
It’s a pretty common question. You may have even talked to your friends about it at the bar. Can you refuse to take a breathalyzer test? If you’re looking for a way to avoid a potential DUI, it may be a question on your mind. In New Jersey, the answer is clear. New Jersey law You can’t refuse to take a breathalyzer test if you have a New Jersey driver’s license. The state says that...Read More - Facial recognition tools in law enforcement: Is Big Brother watching you?
Oct 21, 2016
Most of us are familiar with facial recognition software from TV shows and movies. Investigators use computers to swiftly locate suspects and solve crimes – all with the touch of a button. Yet here’s a startling fact few of us realize: Facial recognition software isn’t purely fictional. The FBI has been using it for years. So, too, are a growing number of state and local law enforcement agencies. An in-depth study by the Georgetown Law...Read More