New Jersey residents likely recall the media furor surrounding the so-called "affluenza" DWI case in 2013. The case involved a Texas teenager who escaped jail following a drunk driving accident that left four people dead and another seriously injured. The teen's...
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How does Hudson County’s new head prosecutor view plea deals?
Does prosecutorial discretion play a role in shaping New Jersey’s approach to criminal enforcement? The ambitions of Hudson County’s new chief prosecutor suggest it may. The official, Ester Suarez, is in charge of an office with a $20 million budget...
Man charged after deadly crash
Authorities say that a 29-year-old man faces multiple charges in connection with an accident that took place at 7 a.m. on Oct. 11. The crash took place near Old Bridge, New Jersey, near mile marker 122.3 of the Garden State Parkway. According to police, the man's...
How much time do New Jersey authorities invest in a drug bust?
For any readers that doubt the aggressive tactics used by New Jersey authorities in enforcing drug crimes, a recent story about a local drug bust provides context. Notably, the story marks the conclusion of a two-month investigation spearheaded by the Mercer County...
3 passengers trapped in New Jersey DUI crash
Rescue workers needed to free three people from a wrecked yellow Ford Mustang that crashed into a tree on Mechlin Corner Road in Union Township. Injuries among the passengers ranged from minor to serious. A State Police spokesman said a 23-year-old male from the...
Are mandatory minimums for nonviolent drug offenses going away?
Under federal and New Jersey state law, a conviction for certain drug offenses can result in some of the most serious punishments in the criminal justice system, matching the retribution afforded to weapons or violent crimes. Such punishments may involve fines,...
Illinois law may offer a second chance after DUI convictions
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol causes many car crashes every year in New Jersey. In Illinois, a new law could allow motorists who have had their licenses revoked after being convicted of four or more DUI offenses to legally drive again. The drivers...
Focus: An effective defense strategy in many drug crime cases
Penalties for drug crimes, especially when the charge is possession with intent to sell, drug distribution or drug trafficking, are harsh in New Jersey. Many of these charges result from lengthy police investigations and home raids, but many others result from traffic...
Man accused of hiding alcohol bottle after 5-car crash
On Sept. 9, a man in New Jersey was charged for drunk driving after a five-car accident. The crash occurred at 6:11 p.m. while the 34-year-old Oakland man was traveling along Route 23 in Riverdale. One of the other drivers involved in the accident was taken to the...
Criminal mischief charge could translate into 10 years in prison
Although a news report of drones being shot down may seem more at home in an international setting, a New Jersey man is facing charges for doing just that. According to police reports, the accused shot down a privately owned hobby drone being used to collect aerial...