When school is out for the summer, many students may try to find way to have fun over their break. Some may even look for that fun to include underage drinking. However, individuals who are looking to participate in such an activity should know that they could face...
As individuals age, their mental stamina may not be as strong as it used to be. Therefore, they could potentially make decisions that they may not have normally made due to their fragile mental state. However, if an elderly resident attacks another person, they could...
When it comes to law changes, it is important for individuals who could potentially be affected to pay close attention. A person who has been accused of a crime may wish to learn more about law changes in order to adjust their approach to any criminal proceedings that...
In an instant, a person's life can change drastically. This could be considered true for individuals who are taken into custody on drug charges. An individual could soon be looking for information on possible legal options that could be available to them and hoping to...
When authorities do not have all the facts about a situation, an individual could potentially be charged for a crime they possibly were not involved in. If a person is in such a situation, preparing for the legal process ahead of them can be of the utmost importance....
While the following story did not play out here in New Jersey, it does show just how the criminal process can get so complicated and messy that even a judge can make a mistake -- leading to an accused person getting a second chance at justice.The story is about a...
If there is one thing you can count from younger people, it's that they are bound to do something stupid. In a weird way, it's part of life. When you're a young kid or a teenager, you're exploring this great big world of ours -- and part of that exploration leads to...
A New Jersey attorney is in trouble after he was arrested and charged with driving under the influence and negligent driving while doing business in the Virgin Islands. Though his arrest and criminal charges aren't dictated by New Jersey law it is his defense that is...
New Jersey children have their whole lives in front of them. They have opportunities that many adults cannot participate in. However, children are prone to making mistakes as they grow into adults. Many children -- particularly teenagers -- are trying to discover who...
When a motorist is arrested for drunken driving in New Jersey they face a variety of potential penalties. In the case of a first offense motorists are subject to potential penalties including jail time, probation, license suspension, fines and community service. In...