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- 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 - Distinctions between reckless and careless driving in New Jersey
Sep 29, 2021
There are numerous driving offenses that can potentially be lodged against New Jersey road users. Two frequent offenses are reckless and careless driving. Often, there can be confusion over the difference between these two offenses. However, the consequences of being charged with one crime or the other are gravely different. Reckless driving is considered a more serious offense that brings more severe punishments. As a result, it is important to try and distinguish between the...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 - Drowsy truckers are sometimes deadly drivers
Sep 2, 2021
Professional truck drivers spend a lot of time behind the wheel of their rig. Even though driving is what they do for a living, they can still become too fatigued to operate the semitruck safely. It’s imperative that these drivers get off the road when they begin to feel drowsy. The issue with this is that trucking companies sometimes set unrealistic deadlines for the truckers. This encourages them to try to drive despite their fatigue...Read More - Could you have a traumatic brain injury?
Aug 26, 2021
If you are involved in an auto accident, it is possible that you could suffer a traumatic brain injury. It’s easier than you think to have a brain injury caused by a collision. A sudden stop and whiplash could cause one, or the impact of your head against the steering column could cause damage. Even a sudden impact against an airbag could lead to bleeding on the brain, skull fractures and other injuries. Brain injuries...Read More - Slapped with a New Jersey restraining order? Learn what it means!
Aug 17, 2021
Did you know that there are several types of restraining orders courts in New Jersey can issue? If you have been slapped with a restraining for your alleged role in domestic violence, it is vital to understand the type of order and its associated prohibitions. The more you know about restraining orders in the East Brunswick area, the better you can avoid doing anything that would violate the order. In turn, you will be safe...Read More - Your own Breathalyzer test won’t get you out of a DWI
Aug 4, 2021
As you likely know, you can get a DWI charge if you are arrested with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. You can also get charged if you’re below this level, but other evidence of impairment is needed. With a high enough BAC, it can be assumed. In some cases, people decide that all they need to do is show that they’re below that line to shake the charges. For instance, you...Read More - Dividing your finances when you’re splitting up: The first steps
Jul 21, 2021
You and your spouse have made the decision to divorce, and you’re doing your best to be fair to each other — whether you hope to remain friends when it’s all over or are trying to preserve a working relationship for the sake of your children. Committing yourselves to a path forward is an important first step. Now comes the hard part: Separating your finances on your way to separating your lives. The first steps...Read More - Can you avoid a sobriety checkpoint?
Jul 6, 2021
A sobriety checkpoint has two goals. First off, officers want to find impaired drivers who go through. Secondly, they want the mere knowledge that a checkpoint may exist to keep people from driving under the influence. Under New Jersey law, it is legal for police officers to use sobriety checkpoints, even though some have argued that they’re just random stops — which are otherwise not permitted. So you could encounter these. If you would prefer...Read More - Is it really against the law to refuse a breath test in New Jersey?
Jun 24, 2021
Knowing your rights is crucial during an encounter with law enforcement. Any police officer that you interact with while driving could issue a citation or even arrest you. If an officer thinks that you have recently consumed alcohol, they might try to question you after they stop your vehicle. Those questions could lead to a field sobriety test, and your performance on the test could eventually lead to the officer asking for a chemical breath...Read More