Receiving a call that their child has been stopped, detained or questioned by police can leave a parent feeling scared and confused. Many parents assume that law enforcement can’t speak to a minor unless a parent or legal guardian is present. While state and federal...
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Arrested During the World Cup in New Jersey? A Bergen County Criminal Defense Lawyer Explains What Happens Next
The 2026 Fifa World Cup will bring visitors from every corner of the globe to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. For many fans, attending a World Cup match is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The excitement, energy, and emotion surrounding these events...
Arrested for Disorderly Conduct at a World Cup Match in New Jersey?
What International Visitors Need to Know About East Rutherford Municipal Court The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring hundreds of thousands of visitors to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. For most fans, the experience will be unforgettable for all the right...
What is New Jersey’s implied consent law?
Anyone who operates a motor vehicle on any public road, street or highway or quasi-public area in New Jersey is deemed to have given consent to the taking of their breath or blood sample for a chemical test to determine their blood alcohol content (BAC) if they are...
How accurate is the breathalyzer in your DWI case?
A DWI arrest in Hackensack or anywhere in Bergen County can make one number feel like the whole case. Breath tests can be accurate when the device works properly and officers follow the required process. They are not automatically flawless, though. The result may...
Do men or women get more DUIs?
Statistically speaking, men are more likely to get a DUI than women. Some reports indicate that roughly 75% of national DUI arrests are of male drivers, for example, while just 25% are female drivers. Similarly, it is also worth noting that men are involved in more...
College student or young professional? The first-time NJ DWI survival guide for parents
A first DWI in New Jersey can shake up anyone's plans fast. Court dates, MVC rules and school or job fallout loom while keeping grades and deadlines on track. Parents want to help but also want to respect their child's space. If you find yourself in this predicament,...
Teens, beware of summertime DWIs or DUIs
The temperatures are high once again in Bergen County. That’s a sure sign that the end of the school year is looming. For parents, that can mean a shuffled schedule, as they must arrange supervision of youngsters. But for teens, it brings the heady presumption of...
10 common fraud charges that New Jersey prosecutes most
Under New Jersey law, fraud is a broad white-collar offense. The state usually prosecutes it through many specific statutes and prosecutors often file these charges alongside or as theft by deception. Hence, if you face a fraud allegation or simply want to understand...
Know the court record expungement process in New Jersey
A criminal record can affect many areas of life, including employment, housing and education. This is because even minor offenses can appear in background checks long after a case is closed. New Jersey provides a legal pathway to clear certain records through...
