When someone is arrested on serious charges, possible penalties can include fines and jail time. Facing a violent crime charge means the accused needs to know the laws, rights and defense options for his or her particular situation, because a conviction can mean a...
Month: December 2012
Doctor headed to prison for selling narcotic prescriptions
Crimes involving drugs often include illegal narcotics like crack cocaine, methamphetamine and other street drugs. However, some legal prescription drugs are narcotics and may be addictive and harmful. It is becoming more common to see drug charges related to...
Man allegedly bites police officer en route to hospital
Assault charges can carry serious penalties like fines and jail time, and if the assault is carried out against a police officer, the consequences can become more severe. People involved in violent crime incidents of any kind should understand their rights under the...
Alleged drunk driver located in Newark
A charge of driving while intoxicated can incur severe penalties, such as jail time, fines, and a suspended driver's license. A drunk driving charge can become even more serious when it results in injuries, as the following accident in New Jersey illustrates.A...