Our New Jersey readers are likely familiar with the rumored "Knockout Game." The game refers to reports of a number of violent attacks in which a person sneaks up behind a random pedestrian and tries to knock that person out with a single punch to the head. In New...
Drunk driving is a serious offense in the state of New Jersey. Individuals arrested and convicted of a DUI charge in New Jersey can face stiff fines and penalties. For example, penalties for a first DUI offense can include jail time, fines and fees, driver's license...
Politicians often pride themselves as being tough on crime. Unfortunately, this can result in draconian laws that have little deterrent or rehabilitative effect. One particularly common target for politicians who want to appear tough on crime is drug laws. In fact,...
The holiday season is a busy time for police. In nearly every state in the nation there is an annual spike in drunk driving and DUI charges during this time of year. Because of this, New Jersey recently enacted a statewide campaign titled, "Drive Sober or Get Pulled...
Federal and state prosecutors in New Jersey often file drug manufacturing charges in cases involving alleged methamphetamine production, but it can come up in different types of cases, as well. Recently, a pharmacist was arrested and charged with drug manufacturing....
A juvenile delinquent is a minor, generally between the ages of 10 and 18, who commits an illegal act like underage drinking or shoplifting. Instead of a trial, juveniles receive an "adjudication" and a "disposition." It is after the disposition that the juvenile is...
State prosecutors and local law enforcement in New Jersey are serious about fighting violent crimes. If convicted of a violent crime such as aggravated assault or attempted murder, the individuals charged with the crime could face between 10 and 20 years in prison,...
A drunk driving charge should never be discounted. Individuals convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can face serious penalties including license suspension, fines and jail time. If someone is facing a DWI charge, however, it is important that...
Rape or sexual assault is a violent crime as much as it is a sex crime. In New Jersey, prosecutors and law enforcement take violent crimes such as a sexual assault charge very seriously. Those convicted of violent sex crimes can face long jail terms, invasive...
Criminal charges for violent crimes such as assault or murder can come with a high cost. If convicted of an assault charge or other violent crime, individuals can face a whole host of serious penalties including jail time and fines. Due to the high cost, New Jersey...