Individuals have an innate right to protect themselves. New Jersey state statutes clarify the situations in which using physical force for self-defense is appropriate. In some cases, people who wanted to protect themselves or another person could face violent criminal...
You know your license is suspended, but you need to drive. But before you turn that key, you should understand what happens if law enforcement officers catch you behind the wheel with a suspended license. In fact, the consequences you may face in New Jersey are...
You know that getting charged with a DUI can bring about serious consequences, including financial fines, potential incarceration and the suspension of your driver’s license. As a result, you are always looking for ways to ensure that you are sober and clearheaded...
Shoplifting happens on a consistent basis across the U.S., and stores are often well aware of which products get stolen most often. Shoplifting can take a few different forms, including switching tags, hiding items under a coat, failing to scan items at a...
The flashing lights, the blaring siren and an officer asking rapid-fire questions are not experiences most people face every day. It’s safe to say that encountering a DWI for the first time can feel disorienting and overwhelming. While many assume that a first offense...
These days, you never know what kind of highly dangerous substances can be present in “street drugs.” Just a tiny amount of fentanyl, for example, can be fatal. Minutes can make a difference between someone dying from or surviving an overdose. That’s why states...
When parents hear that their child has been arrested or accused of a crime, they are often shocked. They will say things like, “My child would never do that.” They cannot believe that their child would break the law because they have never seen this type of behavior...
A first DUI arrest in New Jersey can disrupt your life quickly. The law imposes mandatory penalties, the court process moves fast and the outcome can affect your driving record for years. When you understand what happens next, you can prepare for each stage and avoid...
Teenagers sometimes make impulsive decisions that can result in long-lasting consequences. For example, what starts as an argument or a long-held grudge could snowball into a physical altercation in a high school. Students can seriously injure each other when disputes...
It is legal for police officers to use force under certain situations. For example, a police officer whose life is threatened may draw their firearm and use it against an alleged assailant. Or, a police officer involved in a physical altercation may strike their...