There has been an increase in public awareness of sex crimes, which has led to an increase in reported allegations of sexual offenses. However, not every sexual assault charge is warranted, and false accusations, even when made in good faith, can result in serious...
Sex Crimes
Courtroom mistake relieves ex-cop of sex offender supervision
Those in New Jersey who have been convicted of a sex crime are sometimes required to undergo a lifetime of community supervision under the state's Megan's Law. A recent ruling by the New Jersey Supreme Court has changed that requirement for one state resident,...
New Jersey sheriff’s officer charged with sexual abuse
Because sexual misconduct or sexual abuse charges carry a heavy stigma and can result in damage to the reputations of the accused, it is important to remember that anyone charged with a sex crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty.Readers in Hackensack, New...
Irish citizen sentenced for child porn possession in New Jersey
The consequences of a conviction for a sex-related crime can last long after any prison time is served. For an Irish citizen convicted of possession of child pornography, a visit to New Jersey resulted in a sentence of 100 months in prison with an additional 10 years...
Bayonne man gets 60-year prison sentence for kidnapping, rape
Sometimes intoxication is a factor in sexual assault allegations. While there are certainly people who do take advantage of others who are intoxicated, some situations involve hazy recollections and false statements that lead to criminal charges. The fact of the...
‘Facecrooks’ allows New Jersey residents to help stop fugitives
Social media encompasses just about every aspect of modern life. A new website launched by the Bergen County Sheriff's Office is no exception. The site is called 'Facecrooks' and was created to alert members of the general public of individuals in the area who have...
It’s ‘game over’ for some sex offenders
Several video game companies have agreed to close down the accounts of more than 3,500 sex offenders to help curb online predation. The move will include popular gaming networks Microsoft Xbox Live and Sony Play Station, as well as accounts managed by Warner Brothers,...